Longhu Mountain is the founder of Taoism Zhengyi Heavenly Master School "Ancestral Garden" Zhang Daoling once made alchemy here, legend: "Dan into a dragon and tiger is present, and its mountain is named after it." Tushi Palace, originally the place of Taishang Laojun's alchemy, according to legend, the patriarch once taught the Taoist founder Zhang Daoling the mystery of Taoism here. The Tang Dynasty revered the merits of the ancestors, and Tang Gaozong named the ancestor as the "Emperor Xuanyuan of Taishang" and licensed the construction of temples. After the Tang Dynasty Xuanzong personally gave the silver concession to the fifteenth generation of the heavenly master Zhang Gao, built the Xuanyuan Emperor's Palace in the immortal city of Longhu Mountain, and gave the name of the palace, since then Jiangxi Longhu Mountain Tushi Palace is the highest palace of Taoism.
Jiangxi Longhu Mountain, located 20 kilometers south of Yingtan City, Jiangxi Province, is one of the birthplaces of Taoism in China, and is also a natural and cultural heritage site in China and a national key cultural relics protection unit. One of the most well-known attractions is the Tushi Palace on Longhu Mountain, an ancient building full of Taoist culture that attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique historical value and cultural heritage.
According to research, the Tushi Palace was originally built during the Tang Dynasty, and the original site was located in Tianmen Mountain, Longhu Mountain. The architectural style of Longhu Mountain Tushi Palace is unique, it is a typical traditional Chinese building, and the overall pattern is sitting in the north and facing south. The entire complex is divided into three parts: the mountain gate, the main hall and the apse. Inside the mountain gate is the main entrance of Tushi Palace, and the gate tower and the bell tower and drum tower on both sides constitute a building complex with the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
The main hall is the core building of Tushi Palace, and it is also an important place to worship Taoist gods. The carved beams and painted buildings in the hall are intricately decorated. The main hall is dedicated to the bronze statue of Taishang Laojun, up to 26 meters, holding a magic weapon, his eyes are like a torch, and his momentum is compelling. Taishang Laojun is an important deity of Taoism, with a lofty status, and is the core figure of Taoist beliefs. In the main hall of Tushi Palace, visitors can also see the statues and ritual vessels of many other Taoist gods, and feel the strong Taoist cultural atmosphere.
The apse is the last part of the Tushi Palace, and it is also the residence dedicated to the Taishang Laojun. The interior of the apse is lavishly decorated and resplendent in gold, which is stunning. In the apse, the throne of Taishang Laojun is enshrined, surrounded by eight Taoist children, with realistic shapes and vivid images. At the top of the apse is a huge dome, which symbolizes the round heaven and the earth, and expresses the Taoist understanding and pursuit of the universe.
Longhu Mountain Tushi Palace is not only a traditional religious building, but also a sacred place carrying rich history and culture. It bears witness to the development and change of Taoist culture and embodies the art and skill of ancient Chinese architecture. At the same time, it is also an important carrier of ancient Chinese culture and has important value for the study of ancient Chinese culture and religion.
Dragon Tiger Mountain Tushi PalaceIt is a fascinating place, not only a building of religious significance, but also a historical and cultural treasure. A large number of tourists come to visit every year to experience its rich history and unique architectural style.