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Guangdong · China
Six Banyan Temple was built in 537. It is a renowned Buddhist cultural site. The temple enshrines three large Buddhist statues -- the biggest copper Buddhist statues existing in Guangdong Province. The thousand-Buddha copper pillar cast in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) is kept on the top story of the pagoda. The 184-feet pagoda appears to have nine stories; inside, however, there are 17 levels. Because of the colorful exterior carvings, it is popularly known as the Flower Pagoda.
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Temple of the Six Banyan Trees & Flower Pagoda1:42
Welcome to the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, or Liurong Si, one of the most venerated and historically significant Zen Buddhist institutions in Southern China. Established in 537 AD during the Liang Dynasty, this temple has…
Listen in the app2The Hall of the Heavenly Kings1:32
Our journey begins at the Entrance Hall, also known as the Hall of the Heavenly Kings. Here, we encounter the symbolic guardians of the Buddhist dharma. …
Listen in the app3The Flower Pagoda — A Landmark of 517 AD1:38
Dominating the central courtyard is the stunning Flower Pagoda, or Hua Ta. Originally constructed in 517 AD, this octagonal structure is an architectural marvel of the Lingnan region. …
Listen in the app4The Main Hall and the Three Bronze Buddhas1:28
Behind the Flower Pagoda lies the Main Hall, the spiritual heart of the complex where the community gathers for ritual and chanting. Inside, you will find three massive bronze Buddhas, each standing six meters tall. …
Listen in the app5The Miniature Shrine and Earth God1:29
Heading toward the south side of the temple, we find a much smaller, yet equally significant structure: a tiny miniature shrine dedicated to the Earth God and the Single Hama. In the complex ecosystem of Chinese folk religion and…
Listen in the app6The Hall of Guan Yin — The Bada Stava of Compassion1:29
Continuing our walk, we reach the Hall dedicated to Guan Yin, the Bada Stava of Compassion. To many, this is the most beautiful spot in the entire temple. …
Listen in the app7Hall of the Sixth Patriarch and the Platform Sutra1:31
We now move to the Hall of the Sixth Patriarch, dedicated to Master Huineng, one of the most influential figures in the history of Zen Buddhism. Guangzhou was the heart of his teaching, and it was here that the transition to the…
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Located further back in the complex is the Hall of the Medicine Buddha. This area is a destination for those seeking healing from illness and suffering. …
Listen in the app9Closing1:25
As we conclude our tour of the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, we find ourselves back in the shadow of the Flower Pagoda. Walking through this temple is truly a 'journey through time,' where the rituals of the past remain…
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What is Temple of the Six Banyan Trees & Flower Pagoda (Liurong Temple)?
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees & Flower Pagoda (Liurong Temple) is a place in Guangdong · China with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Guangdong · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 13 min 41 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 23.1282, 113.2601 |
| Last updated |
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