🌸 Hidden Tang Dynasty Charm in the City — Discover Xi’an’s Serene Qinglong Temple

#chinatravel Tucked quietly within the bustle of Xi’an’s modern streets lies Qinglong Temple — a peaceful Tang-style Buddhist sanctuary that feels like a step back in time. Located near TieLuMiao Village on the scenic Leyou Plateau in southeastern Xi’an, this temple offers a deeply poetic and spiritual experience just minutes away from city crowds. Founded in the Sui Dynasty and flourishing under Tang rule, Qinglong Temple holds great historical and cultural significance. It was once a center of Esoteric Buddhism and a place where the Japanese monk Kūkai (空海) studied before returning home to establish Japan’s Shingon sect. The temple is often regarded as a “spiritual origin” of Sino-Japanese Buddhist exchange. As you walk along the gray-brick paths, past the red walls and up the steps shaded by trees, the silence is calming and surreal. Though most buildings are modern reconstructions, the layout still reflects its Tang Dynasty heritage, with the main gate, Heavenly King Hall, Grand Hall of Mahavira, and a memorial to Huiguo and Kūkai aligned in perfect harmony. 📍Location: TieLuMiao Village, Yanta District, Xi’an 🕊️ Highlight: Peaceful scenery, rich history, and a poetic ambiance — especially at sunset, where poet Li Shangyin once wrote: “The setting sun is infinitely beautiful, though near dusk.” #travel #trip #china #staycation #thingstodo #myitinerary