Huiji Temple (慧济寺), an iconic Buddhist sanctuary, is nestled on Foding Mountain within the renowned Putuo Mountain in Zhejiang Province, China. Established in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1574) by the monk Yuanhui, the temple covers an expansive area of 20 acres with a built-up area of 3,300 square meters. The temple’s history is rich and storied, […]
Fayu Temple (法雨寺), also known as the Rear Temple, is one of the three major temples on Mount Putuo, located to the left of Baihua Peak and beneath Guangxi Peak. Covering an area of 33,408 square meters, the temple comprises 294 existing halls and rooms, arranged across six terraced platforms, following the natural contours of
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Puji Temple (普济寺, Puji Zen Temple), also known as Qiansi (the Front Temple), is located on the southern slope of Lingjiu Peak at Baihua Ding in Putuo District, Zhoushan City. The temple was originally established in the second year of the Zhenming era during the Later Liang Dynasty (916 AD). In the 38th year of
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Dinghai Ancient City (定海古城, Dinghai Ancient Town) is situated on the northern bank of the Minjiang River estuary, a strategic location known as the “Golden Waterway,” and historically referred to as the “Northern Throat of the Minjiang River.” During the late Tang and Five Dynasties period, the Min King, Wang Shenzhi, established Gantang Port in
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Iron Buddha Temple (铁佛寺), originally named “Bazheng Temple,” was first constructed during the Tianjian era of the Southern Dynasties (502-519 AD) and initially served as a nunnery. Over the centuries, it underwent several name changes and transitions. During the Northern Song Dynasty, the eastern corridor of the temple was opened as the Guangfu Guanyin Zen
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Xinshi Ancient Town (新市古镇), located in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, boasts a history spanning thousands of years, with an official administrative history of over 1,700 years. Over the centuries, the town’s residents have built their homes along the river and established markets by the bridges, creating a quintessential Jiangnan (south of the Yangtze River) atmosphere.
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Nanxun Water Town (南浔水镇, Nanxun Ancient Town, Nanxun Old Town), located at the junction of Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, boasts a history of over 750 years. Renowned since the Song and Yuan Dynasties for its high-quality raw silk, it burgeoned into a typical Jiangnan silk market during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with its prized
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Feiying Pagoda (飞英塔), one of the three marvels of Huzhou, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of ancient Chinese architecture. This octagonal, seven-story pagoda is unique for its “tower within a tower” design, consisting of an inner stone pagoda and an outer brick-and-wood structure. The pagoda’s history, intricate design, and cultural significance
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Jiaye Hall Library (嘉业堂藏书楼), located in Nanxun Ancient Town, Zhejiang Province, is a typical Chinese-style building facing south. Hanging above the lintel are six large characters written by Liu Tingchen: “嘉业堂藏书楼” (Jiaye Hall Library). Built in 1920 by Liu Chenggan, grandson of Liu Yong, it derived its name from the nine-dragon gold plaque bestowed by
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The Liu Family Compound (刘氏梯号), also known as Chongde Hall (崇德堂) and colloquially referred to as the “Red House,” is one of the most famous buildings in the ancient town of Nanxun. It represents a harmonious blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles. The owner, Liu Ansheng (1876-1950), who also went by the name Tiqing,
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