Luoyang Shangqing Palace Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

Luoyang Shangqing Palace is a famous Taoist temple located on Cuiyun Peak of Mang Mountain in the north of Luoyang City. According to legend, it was the place where Taishang Laojun made elixirs. It was built in the Kaiyuan period of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty. It is a compact and quiet green brick temple. Shangqing Palace was built in the Tang Dynasty and was originally called Laojun Temple. In 666 AD (the first year of Qianfeng's reign), Laozi was posthumously named Emperor Xuanyuan, so it was also called the Temple of Emperor Xuanyuan. Later, to avoid the taboo of Xuanzong, it was renamed Yuanyuan Emperor Temple. Then change it to Shangqing Palace.

Attractions distribution:

Luoyang Shangqing Palace is a famous Taoist temple. It has been baptized over the years. Although many places were destroyed, it still retains the exquisiteness of ancient architecture. The incense burner in front of the Shangqing Palace is very exquisite, and the surviving Cuiyun Cave is simple and quiet. To the south of Shangqing Palace and at the foot of Mang Mountain, there are Yuqing and Xiaqing Palaces. The Lower Qing Palace is small and compact. There are two pavilions, the Bell Tower and the Drum Tower. The big bell in the Bell Tower is very interesting.

Scenic spot features:

Photography, visiting ancient times, culture, historic sites, Taoist temples