The Six Banyan Temple

We toured the Six Banyan Temple today which is a famous temple here in Guangzhou. The temple was originally built in 537 AD, and has been rebuilt several times since then as well as several name changes.

Families receive blessings at the temple for their newly adopted children.

Upon entering the temple you first see the Laughing Buddha in the Tianwang Hall. His smiling face welcoming visitors. Behind it is the Weituo Hall. Weituo was the general who recaptured the stolen Buddhist relics.

The temple's most striking structure is the Six Banyan Pagoda. The pagoda's roofs curve upwards resembling petals. Due to this it's also known as the Flower Pagoda. As well as being attractive the pagoda gives visitors good views from the top.

The main hall of the temple is Daxiong Baodian Hall. In here you'll find three large copper Buddhist statues. They stand for past, present and future.

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