【The Most Beautiful Ancient Temple in Chang'an! Under the 1400-Year-Old Ginkgo Tree, Encounter the Autumn of the Flourishing Tang Dynasty】

Stepping into the Ancient Guanyin Zen Temple in Xi'an, you finally understand the ultimate romance of "a single leaf heralds autumn."

🌳 Millennium-old Ginkgo, a glimpse of the Flourishing Tang
Legend has it that the ancient ginkgo tree, personally planted by Emperor Li Shimin, has been watching over this place for more than 1400 years. In the golden autumn, the canopy covers the courtyard like a giant golden umbrella, fallen leaves carpet the blue bricks, creating a picturesque scene with the ancient temple’s dark tiles. At this moment, it feels like traveling back to the Chang'an of the Tang Dynasty, where envoys from all nations once gathered.

📸 Best Viewing Period
👉 Late October to late November
It is recommended to visit early in the morning or on weekdays to avoid crowds. When sunlight filters through the branches, the ground is covered with golden fragments so beautiful it leaves you speechless!

✨ Must-See Highlights
• Ancient spring in front of the hall: flows year-round, clear to the bottom
• Zen temple layout: preserves the classic style of Tang Dynasty temples
• Chanting sounds: experience the true Zen spirit of Chang'an

💡 Practical Tips
📍 Address: Luohandong Village, Dongdajie Office, Chang'an District, Xi'an City
🕰️ Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
🎫 Admission: Free (advance reservation required via "Zhongnan Chanyun")
🚇 Transportation: Metro Line 2 to Weiqu South Station, then transfer to Bus 332

Tips: Please keep quiet inside the temple and do not touch the ancient tree. You can combine this visit with a day trip to the Nanwutai Scenic Area to experience the lush and golden Zhongnan Mountains.

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Post by Rocky~Foster | Oct 20, 2025