First Buddhist Temple in China - White Horse Temple 🇨🇳

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White Horse Temple is a Buddhist temple in Luoyang, Henan, and is the first Buddhist temple in China. Having been first established in 68 AD under the patronage of Emperor Ming in the Eastern Han dynasty, it has over 1900 years of history and regarded as the Cradle of Buddhism in China.

Interestingly, there are Thai, Burmese (Myanmar), and Indian temples inside the area, as well as a statue by Japan. They are gifts from the respective countries for the exchange in Buddhism and cultures. Visitors are able to experience 4 different styles of Buddhist temples in one space.

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Post by Carol Go | Oct 13, 2024