Introduction of Baima Temple Scenic Spot in Luoyang

China has a long history of Buddhist culture, and Luoyang Baima Temple, as the "first ancient temple in China", has been polished for thousands of years and has been preserved to this day. As the birthplace of Buddhism in China, incense is flourishing here, and many pilgrims come here to worship. What about the scenic spots of Baima Temple? Let us enjoy it together!

Introduction to Baima Temple The Baima Temple was built in the 11th year of Yongping in the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 68). It was the first temple built in China after Buddhist culture was introduced into China. It is precisely because of the construction of the White Horse Temple that the traditional "temple" in China was renamed and changed to the present "temple". Therefore, the White Horse Temple is also known as the first ancient temple in China, the birthplace of Buddhist culture in China, with high status, weight and weight.

Baima Temple has a history of 1900 years. The early period of the temple experienced three heydays: Yuan Dynasty, Ming Dynasty and Qing Dynasty, and many precious cultural relics were preserved in the temple. Among them, there are a large number of dry lacquer statues built in the Yuan Dynasty, such as Buddha III, Admiral Ertian and Eighteen Arhats. This is not only the cultural embodiment in temples, but also an important reference standard for studying the ancient culture of China.

After the development of modern China, Baima Temple was selected as the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units in China and listed as the national key temple of Han Buddhism. After later repair and reconstruction, the building facilities in the temple are more perfect.

Introduction of Baima Temple Scenic Spot

Shanmen Shanmen refers to the first door you see when you enter the White Horse Temple. The door is inlaid with a plaque of "White Horse Temple", which is the image representative of the White Horse Temple. Just like the name of our family. The plaque was inscribed by Mr. Zhao Puchu, the former president of the Chinese Buddhist Association, and its brushwork is vigorous and worthy of appreciation.

Bell and Drum Tower The Bell and Drum Tower was built in June, 199 1. The construction of the bell tower is mainly used to ring the bell in the morning and evening to remind the monks of the work and rest time in the temple, which is also an essential project in Buddhist activities. "Masizhong" is also known as one of the eight scenic spots in Luoyang. Many pilgrims will come to watch and listen, and feel the quietness and simplicity of the temple, as well as the quietness and remoteness of this bell.