Exploring the Temple of Salt | The Millennium Ode of Yuncheng Chi Temple

| The Millennium Ode of Yuncheng Chi Temple. 🌊 Exploring the Temple of Salt | The Millennium Ode of Yuncheng Chi Temple 🌊 🌟 Recommended Index: ★★★★★ 📜 Historical Echoes: "The southern wind blows gently, soothing the people's grievances; the southern wind blows timely, enriching the people's wealth." In Yuncheng, Shanxi, there is a unique temple in the country—the Chi Temple. Here, you can not only overlook the magnificent scenery of the salt lake but also feel the ancient charm of Emperor Shun playing the qin and singing the "Southern Wind Song." 🏛️ The Chi Temple is the only temple in China dedicated to the "God of the Salt Pool." The main hall consists of three major halls—the Chi God Hall, the Sun God Hall, and the Wind God Hall, symbolizing the salt pool, the sun, and the wind. These three natural forces are key elements in traditional salt production and are the main deities worshipped in the Chi Temple. The three halls are arranged in a unique architectural layout that is extremely rare among existing temples. 📆 Built in the 12th year of the Dali era of the Tang Dynasty (777 AD), the temple was named "Baoying Lingqing" by Emperor Daizong of Tang, Li Yu, due to the miraculous appearance of "red salt" in the salt pool. The temple was built to honor the Chi God, who was titled "Lingqing Gong." 🏰 The main buildings of the three halls are arranged in a row from west to east: the Wind God Shrine, the Chi God Shrine, and the Sun God Shrine. The Chi God Shrine, also known as the Lingqing Gong Shrine, was bestowed by Emperor Daizong of Tang. The existing main building dates back to the 14th year of the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, with five bays and a double-eaved hip roof. 🌞 The main hall of the Chi Temple consists of the Lingqing Gong Shrine, the Rain Master Sun God Shrine, and the Tiaoshan Wind Cave Shrine. Inside the halls, the Chi God, the Sun God, and the Wind God are worshipped, reflecting the close relationship between salt production and the sun and wind. 🎭 The unique stage, with seven bays, is designed for "three-part singing," facing the three main halls. It is the only one of its kind in the country and one of the few remaining Yuan Dynasty stages. There is a passage below for people to pass through, which also enhances the sound effect, showcasing ingenious design. 📸 Come to Yuncheng Chi Temple and experience this unique historical charm. Let the millennium ode of salt shine again through your lens!