Yuanjue Temple Brick Pagoda in Hunyuan Ancient City

Yuanjue Temple is located within the Hunyuan Ancient City. The temple itself is not large, but it houses a famous ancient brick pagoda, a structure from the Jin Dynasty. The pagoda's most distinctive feature is the phoenix perched on the lotus-shaped iron pinnacle. This phoenix can rotate with the wind, serving as an ancient weather vane. It is said to be the only remaining ancient phoenix-shaped weather vane in China, also known as a "wind-waiting bird." It is truly exquisite. The brick pagoda is adorned with numerous, beautifully carved reliefs, depicting vivid imagery. While there are no Buddhist statues inside the temple, there are some newer murals. The main attraction is undoubtedly the brick pagoda. There is no entrance fee.