Scenic spot introduction:

Guangde Temple was originally named "Yunju Zen Temple". During the Chenghua Period of the Ming Dynasty, Emperor Xianzong of the Ming Dynasty personally gave a plaque of "Guangde Zen Forest", so it was renamed "Guangde Temple" to this day. It was built during the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. It is located 13 kilometers west of Xiangyang County, Hubei Province, adjacent to Gulongzhong. It is a famous Shifang Jungle in the history of Buddhism in Hubei Province. Guangde Temple is adjacent to the national-level Gulongzhong Scenic Area. It has towering ancient trees inside the temple and is surrounded by clear water outside the temple. The environment is elegant and pleasant. The ancient ginkgo tree, which was awarded the title of "Dharma Protector" by Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, has survived for thousands of years and has lush branches and leaves. The temple covers an area of ​​40,000 to 50,000 square meters and is a famous ancient temple in northwest Hubei.

Attractions distribution:

The main attractions of Guangde Temple include the Mountain Gate, Tianwang Hall, Main Hall, Ksitigarbha Hall, Duobao Pagoda, General Tree, Imperial Monument, etc.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National key units

Scenic spot features:

photography, stupa, architecture, temple, temple, stupa
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Hubei Province>Xiangyang City

How to get there:

Bus: Take bus 512 from the square in front of Xiangfan Railway Station and get off at Guangde Temple Station.

Self-driving: Wuhan-Guangde Temple: Take the Airport Expressway from Hankou - Changqing Interchange to Hurong Expressway - Hengdian Interchange to Hanshi Expressway - Xiangyang Gaoying Interchange to Xiangjing Expressway - Xiangjing Take the Longzhong exit of the expressway and turn to S503 provincial road to the Gurongzhong intersection, and follow the signs to Guangde Temple.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Guangde Temple ticket price:

10 yuan

Scenic area opening hours:

08:00-18:00

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