Hongfu Temple (Dingxiang)
洪福寺
A Jin-Yuan era temple in Dingxiang County, with well-preserved old architecture and colored sculptures, a hidden gem for fans of northern Shanxi heritage buildings.
Hongfu Temple lies in Beishe East Village, Hongdao Town, Dingxiang County. It was founded early, and its surviving main hall dates from the Jin and Yuan dynasties. Inside are exquisite colored sculptures, and it is a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit. The temple is small and rarely visited, making it a good place for architecture enthusiasts to study the roof frames and statues closely. It can be combined with the Former Residence of Yan Xishan on the same day. Allow about 45 minutes, and call ahead to confirm opening hours.
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