Scenic spot introduction:
Huangmei Sizu Temple, formerly known as Zhengjue Temple, also known as Shuangfeng Temple, is the dojo of Master Daoxin, the fourth generation founder of Buddhism. It was built in the seventh year of Wude in the Tang Dynasty (AD 624) and is known as the beginning of China's Zen forest. The temple is located in the Western Mountains, 15 kilometers northwest of Huangmei County. Xishan Mountain is also known as Po'e Mountain and Potou Mountain, as evidenced by a poem: "In front of Po'e Mountain, jade streams flow, and scholars are stationed in Mulan boats in the distance." According to historical records, the Fourth Ancestor Zen Temple was very prosperous during the Tang and Song Dynasties, with more than 800 halls and pavilions and more than a thousand monks. The entire ancient temple building, halls and pavilions are intertwined with each other, layer upon layer, and are antique.Attractions distribution:
The main attractions of Huangmei Fourth Ancestor Temple are the Fourth Ancestor Dojo, Mountain Gate, Xiangyun Cypress, Tianwang Hall, Daxiong Hall, Fourth Ancestor Hall, Lingrun Bridge, Ciyun Tower Archway, Pilu Pagoda, Chuanfa Cave, Lingrun Bridge Cliff Ancient Stone Carving Group wait.Scenic spot qualifications:
Provincial scenic spots, national key cultural relics protection unitsScenic spot features:
photography, architecture, ancient pagodas, ancient templesAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Hubei Province>Huanggang City>Huangmei County
How to get there:
Starting from Huangmei County, traveling westward for twenty miles, you will arrive at the foot of Shuangfeng Mountain. Passing through Tiantianmen, Fengqi Bridge, Dragon and Phoenix Pagoda, Ertianmen, and Lingrun Bridge (commonly known as Huaqiao), you will arrive at Sizu Temple.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Ticket price for Sizu Temple:
free
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day