This under-the-radar temple has a rebellious spirit and a laid-back vibe.

After visiting Guoqing Temple, I thought I'd encountered the most unique ancient temple, but just off the highway, I stumbled upon the rebellious Longtan Ancient Temple.
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The temple has adopted more than 10 cats and dogs. On the wall, it says, "You can take pictures of the Buddha statues. Feel free to take pictures."
"Please visit surrounding temples to worship Buddha. There's no need to frequently visit this temple."
On the road, I met a monk who picked a sugar orange right off the tree and gave it to me... I was stunned by this laid-back atmosphere!
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My friends all say this place has a Thai feel, with various objects, glazed tiles, and even golden crowns placed everywhere!
A wooden cabin serves as a study, where you can settle down with a book and a little black cat🐈‍⬛.
This kind of "Buddhist" attitude is truly rebellious.
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[Longtan Ancient Temple]
🚗: Pujiang, Jinhua
🚶: 1.5 hours from Hangzhou
[Nearby Attractions]
Longde Temple Pagoda (featured in "Black Myth: Wukong") 5.6km
Songxi Ancient Village 20km

Post by RoamingNomadic | Mar 16, 2025