Visit the Fawang Temple in Luzhou to savor the charm of a royal monastery

Ladies and gentlemen, let's talk about the mysterious and ancient Fawang Temple at the foot of Longgua Mountain in Hejiang County, Luzhou City! Did you know? This temple is not simple at all. It was graced with the 'Dragon Tripitaka' by the emperor during the Tongzhi era of the Qing Dynasty. At that time, the abbot of Fawang Temple even had the honor of practicing on behalf of Empress Dowager Cixi. Thus, this place became the renowned Ten Directions Monastery in the southern Sichuan and northern Guizhou area, and it is also the only royal monastery in Luzhou, holding a very high status! The history of Fawang Temple is very long, dating back to the mid-Tang Dynasty. Despite experiencing numerous wars and fires, it still stands firm. Most of the buildings we see now were constructed during the Qing Dynasty. The temple covers an area of 8,400 square meters, with a building area of 4,800 square meters. Entering Fawang Temple, you will find that it is divided into more than ten courtyards, including the mountain gate, Guan Sheng Hall, Wanshou Pavilion, Heavenly King Hall, Mahavira Hall, and Sutra Collection Tower, each exuding an aura of simplicity and tranquility. Ah, having said so much, are you already longing for Fawang Temple? Then come and explore for yourself, and I guarantee you won't be disappointed!