Zhongyue Temple: Crown of the Central Plains Temples

Zhongyue Temple
📍Address: 3 km west of the intersection of Shaolin Avenue and Zhengshaoluo Expressway, Dengfeng City
Tickets: 30 yuan
Time: 8:00-17:00
❤️Introduction: Initially built during the Qin Dynasty, expanded under Emperor Wu of Han, with the "Taishi Que" added during the Eastern Han Dynasty. The temple was relocated twice during the Northern and Southern Dynasties before returning to its original site and undergoing further expansion during the reign of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang. Reaching its peak during the Song Dynasty, it was destroyed by fire during the Ming Dynasty. The current temple complex reflects the reconstruction efforts of the Qing Dynasty, standing as a testament to ancient civilizations. Zhongyue Temple is located at the southern foot of Mount Song. Ancient Architecture Photography Sharing - Zhongyue Temple, situated at the southern foot of Mount Song in Dengfeng City, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, was first built during the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC) as a place to worship the god of Mount Taishi. Known as the "Crown of the Central Plains Temples," it is one of the largest and most well-preserved ancient architectural complexes among the Five Sacred Mountains.

Post by PathfindingParables | Mar 26, 2025