The real inverted hanging temple in China is like a god-like attraction that has attracted attention
Preface. Buddhism originated in ancient India 2,500 years ago and is one of the oldest beliefs in the world. Although the development of Buddhism in China is not as long as that of India and Nepal, as early as the Han Dynasty, Buddhism has been spreading, and it has been accompanied by the spread of Buddhism and Buddhism. Later, successive emperors built a large number of temples here and offered many Buddha statues. However, Buddhism and Taoism have also experienced a process of prosperity and decline in the development of human society as a whole. However, many ancient temples still exist. Many of these monasteries were built on high mountains such as Mount Wuyue and Mount Lu, which were believed to be the best places to practice in ancient times.
However, in Chinese temples, there is nothing more striking than the one on the cliff. It is not only highly decorative, but also the most advanced culture. Among these places, the most famous is the Hanging Temple, as it is called"National treasure"。In this article, we will revisit the true face of this monastery, it and"Inverted Hanging Temple"It's a bit similar.
A brief overview of the Hanging Temple.
Hengshan Valley, Datong City, Shanxi Province, a famous cultural site in China, the Hanging Temple, is a Han Dynasty building with a long history and humanistic characteristics. The temple stands against the hill and looks down from a high vantage point like it is"Suspended in the air", that's why there is"Hanging Temple"The salutation. The full name is "Wutai Mountain Hengshan Changkong Temple", which is a famous scenic spot in Shanxi, with its exquisite carving skills, built on the cliff. There is a suspension bridge next to the temple for easy travel.
The Hanging Temple can be traced back to the Northern Wei Dynasty and has a history of more than 1,400 years. This is a temple built on the cliff of Heng Mountain, with a total of more than 40 houses, mainly by the main hall, the front hall, the back hall, the thousand Buddha hall, the Tibetan scripture pavilion and the Luohan hall and other parts. In addition, there are a number of valuable historical and cultural heritages, such as the Tang Dynasty Li Bai once wrote a sentence in the Sunshine Temple"Spectacle"。They are all cultural heritage sites at the national level and are favored by visitors and academics alike.
Briefly describe the origin of the Hanging Temple.
There has been such a record in history: "Hanging Temple" was built in response to the will of Kou Qianzhi, the Taoist leader of the Northern Wei Dynasty. As a very famous Taoist leader in Chinese history, Kou Qianzhi played a pivotal role in the entire history of the Northern Wei Dynasty. He has been very poor since he was a child, and the family business has long been lost, so he will fall. Kou Qianzhi worshipped Li Chunfeng as a teacher in his early years, and later embarked on the path of cultivation. He has flexible thinking and good eloquence, and has won the support and respect of the metaphysical school of the Northern Wei Dynasty, and is an important representative of the metaphysical school of the Northern Wei Dynasty. He promoted the coordinated development of Buddhism and Taoism in China, and played a non-negligible role in this process.
Hengshan Temple was first built and was located on the top of Heng Mountain, which was still a sacred place in people's minds at that time. But later, due to various reasons, the hanging temple built on the top of the mountain has been rebuilt several times. The first hanging temple was built in 471 in the Northern Wei Dynasty, and the Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai inscribed it here, making it more historical. The current hanging temple was rebuilt during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, and its long history and profound humanistic connotation are undoubtedly revealed.
Briefly describe the characteristics of the hanging temple.
This temple with a history of more than 1,400 years is unique, and it has an area of about 35 hectares, more than 60 meters high. The architectural form of the Hanging Temple is similar to that of the Northern Wei Dynasty, but with the Qingshui Temple as the main body, it integrates Buddhism, Taoism and Confucian culture, and has a strong ornamental value. It is the only existing temple in China built on a mountain, and it is also the earliest large-scale temple in China that hangs on a cliff.
The Hanging Temple is a temple that integrates Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. There are many Buddha statues in the temple, and there are many pagodas, the most famous of which is the 15-meter-high Guanyin Temple. The construction of the temple fully considered the natural conditions of the cliff and took the form of a suspension, the main part of which was suspended from the cliff by a string of steel cables, which was very firm. The temple is surrounded by mountains, and there is a small mahogany pavilion in front of the main hall, which is flanked by oleanders and yews. Every May, when the walnut blossoms bloom, tourists flock to them. The architecture of this temple is very exquisite, there are many stairs leading to various levels, and the statues of Buddha and Bodhisattva on both sides of the road add a bit of mystery to this temple, and it also carries a bit of monk's incense. The entire monastery is supported by several pillars, which are several meters high. Because of the topography, from the outside, this temple is very cramped, but from the inside, the layout of this temple is very good, and all places are well arranged.
A brief description of the historical status of the Hanging Temple.
The Hanging Temple is a Buddhist building integrating Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, and has special historical value. Taoism is both a major component of Chinese Buddhism and a manifestation of its diversity. The Hanging Temple is the concentration of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, and the architecture and art of each religion reflect the essence of the three civilizations. The atmosphere of the whole temple is mysterious and quiet. The ancients once praised this place as "the mountains and forests in the distance are dry, and the flowers between the stones in the mountains are good", which vividly shows the reverence and appreciation for the Hanging Temple.
The historical value of the Hanging Temple is not only reflected in its own cultural integration and inheritance, but also in its construction methods and skills. In order to build this hanging temple, the builders have adopted a variety of technical means, drilling rock and digging holes, digging holes and digging holes, carving details, all of which show the bravery and wisdom of the ancient people, and are a valuable heritage in the history of ancient architecture and cultural development in our country.
Epilogue. As a great wonder of ancient Chinese architectural art, the Hanging Temple has extremely important historical and humanistic significance. It is not only an ancient Chinese religious culture, but also a great wonder in the history of the development of world civilization. This is an art that integrates Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, forming a unique art form that is awe-inspiring. Through the investigation of ancient Chinese architecture, craftsmanship and culture, it is of great significance to the inheritance and promotion of Chinese cultural heritage. We cordially invite you to visit the Hanging Temple and experience for yourself this monument full of magic and history.