My Second Visit to Kaiyuan Temple | Quanzhou Travel Diary

After visiting in November last year, I couldn't stop thinking about Fujian. During the Lunar New Year, I arrived at the attractions early to avoid the crowds. I didn't expect to see Kaiyuan Temple in the morning light. This ancient temple is a peaceful oasis in the bustling city, with a thousand years of history and charm. 🏯 Kaiyuan Temple was built in the early Tang Dynasty. The twin towers stand tall, and the Mahavira Hall is solemn and majestic. The five Buddhas enshrined in the hall are magnificent, each one vividly carved with exquisite craftsmanship, making people marvel at the superb skills of ancient craftsmen. The flying musicians in the hall are unique, combining Buddhist culture with local art, light and agile, bringing a strong visual impact. 🌳 The ancient mulberry tree next to the West Pagoda is said to have been planted in the Tang Dynasty. After a thousand years of wind and rain, it is still lush and green. It has witnessed the rise and fall of Kaiyuan Temple, like a silent sage, quietly telling the story of time. Walking in the temple, the red walls, ancient tiles, and green trees are everywhere, and the inscriptions and stone carvings tell the long history and profound cultural heritage of this temple. 📸 Photography tips: Wearing plain traditional clothes makes for great photos. Stand under the East or West Pagoda, with the pagoda and blue sky as the background, or under the ancient mulberry tree, using the mottled shadows as a natural filter, creating a full atmosphere. At dusk, the warm light on the ancient temple buildings gives a retro feel to any photo. 🎈 Travel tips: Admission is free, and the opening hours are generally 8:00–17:30. It is recommended to spend 2–3 hours here. Loud noises are prohibited in the temple. Please keep quiet and respect religious beliefs and cultural customs. There are many delicious foods nearby. After visiting, you can try local snacks, such as four-fruit soup and noodle paste. 💖 Come to Kaiyuan Temple to experience the tranquility and sacredness, and appreciate the unique charm of this thousand-year-old temple!