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Jingju Temple, also known as Brahma Temple, is located within Dasu Mountain National Forest Park in Guangshan County, Xinyang City, Henan Province. It is the ancestral home of the Tiantai Sect, China's first Buddhist sect. In 554 AD during the Tianbao reign of the Northern Qi Dynasty, Huisi first established a hermitage here. Zhiyi, a disciple of Huisi, practiced here for seven years and achieved enlightenment. In 705 AD during the Shenlong reign of the Tang Dynasty, Zen Master Daoan and his disciple Jianzhen established a temple on the site, originally named "Jingju Temple."
Jingju Temple is the founding temple of the Tiantai School of Buddhism. In the fifth year of the Tianbao era of the Northern Qi Dynasty (554 AD), the eminent monk Huisi arrived at Dasu Mountain in Guangzhou (present-day Guangshan County), established a hermitage, and began preaching. "Within a few years, his followers flocked to him like a stream." Over the course of 14 years, he crafted 27 volumes of the golden-lettered Prajnaparamita Sutra and the glass-wrapped Lotus Sutra casket, preached the Lotus Sutra and the Prajnaparamita Sutra to the monks, and completed works such as "The Lotus Sutra: Anlexing" and "The Vow of the Vow."
In addition to teaching the Dharma, he led his disciples in cultivating Mount Su, clearing wasteland for tea planting, and digging ponds for lotus cultivation. He also carved the inscription "Hui Si, residing at Mount Da Su, opened the stone on the 25th day of the third month of the Jiaxu year" on a natural rock face on the south side of the mountain, commemorating his wish to cultivate himself in the mountains. A legend has it that the mountain spirit inspired Hui Si to stay and build a hermitage there.
The subtropical monsoon climate makes it suitable for travel in all four seasons.
The temple boasts a long history and captivating natural landscapes. The perfect combination of the area's mountainous terrain and surface vegetation gives Jingju Temple a unique southern Henan mountain scenery. The scenic landscape, reminiscent of "Nine Dragons Embracing a Saint" and "Four Waters Converging into a Pool," is particularly captivating, while the interwoven and interwoven smaller landscapes are a delight to the eye.
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Jingju Temple is an ancient Buddhist temple in Xinyang, Henan, known for its long-standing religious and cultural importance. It has served as a center for Buddhist worship, education, and community gatherings for centuries, reflecting traditional Chinese temple architecture and spiritual heritage.
Entrance is usually free, though some special exhibitions or events may charge a small fee. Tickets can typically be purchased onsite.
Advance booking is not required for regular visits. For festivals or large-scale ceremonies, booking a few days ahead is recommended.
1–2 hours is generally sufficient to walk through the main temple halls, gardens, and courtyards.
Guided tours may be available in Chinese; English guides can sometimes be arranged in advance through local tourism services.
Night visits are generally not available. Special events or religious ceremonies may offer unique experiences during specific dates.
Weekends and holidays can be busy. Weekday mornings are the least crowded.
Main areas are accessible, though some sections with stairs may require assistance for elderly or disabled visitors.
Cash is accepted; mobile payments via Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used for donations and small purchases.
Small local eateries near the temple offer Henan cuisine, snacks, and refreshments; tea houses may be present nearby.
Vegetarian options are commonly available in temple restaurants; vegan and halal options are limited in the vicinity.
Several guesthouses and mid-range hotels are within 1–3 km from Jingju Temple, convenient for overnight stays.
Yes, including Buddhist charms, prayer beads, calligraphy, and small traditional crafts.
