I flew to Chongqing just for this gate…

Laojun Cave, a millennium Taoist temple hidden in the Nanshan Mountains of Chongqing, is known as the "No. 1 Taoist Temple in Western Sichuan". It is half place of faith and half scenic spot.
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Xishan Gate is one of the main entrances to Laojun Cave. It combines the Ming and Qing styles, with steep stone steps and a simple gatehouse. There are Taoist couplets and carvings on it, which reflect the artistic conception of "Tao follows nature".
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Inside the gate, you can see the core buildings such as the Sanqing Hall and the Jade Emperor Building. Some of them were rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty, retaining traditional brackets and painted elements.

📸 [Must-see Highlights]
✅ Xishan Gate Hiking Trail
Enter from Xishan Gate and walk up the thousand-level stone steps. There are towering ancient trees on both sides, and you can see cliff stone carvings along the way, which is suitable for taking pictures.

✅ Sanqing Hall & Jade Emperor Building
The main hall enshrines the highest Taoist gods, the "Sanqing" (Yuanshi Tianzun, Lingbao Tianzun, and Daode Tianzun), and the Jade Emperor Building offers a panoramic view of Chongqing.

✅ Nantianmen Viewing Platform
The highest point of Laojun Cave, with excellent views, you can overlook the Yuzhong Peninsula and the Yangtze River Bridge. The sunset is especially stunning.

✅ Fortune and Interpretation
The Taoist temple provides fortune-telling services (requires merit). It is said that marriage and career fortunes are more effective.

Post by SilverLining42424242 | Apr 11, 2025