Huayan Zen Temple, originally named Guanyin Temple, was founded in the first year of the Xuantong Emperor of the Qing Dynasty (1908). Historically, it was a gathering place for believers with a thriving incense culture. Located in the majestic Furong Mountain Range, the temple is known for its majestic terrain and elegant tranquility. Stepping into the temple, one forgets all worldly troubles. Over the centuries, the temple has experienced periods of prosperity and decline.
The bell tower houses a large bronze bell weighing over ten thousand pounds, with a resonant and enduring sound. The Huayan Hall of Ten Thousand Buddhas is constructed entirely from Indonesian imported red wood, known as ironwood, and adorned with 52 large granite columns from Hui’an, Fujian, with the largest diameter being 0.6 meters and a height of 8 meters. Inside the hall, there are ten thousand sacred statues, including the central figures of Shakyamuni Buddha, Manjushri Bodhisattva, and Samantabhadra Bodhisattva, each standing at 6 meters tall. All the statues, regardless of size, are cast in bronze with vivid expressions, appearing lifelike. The wall carvings depict ‘Sudhana’s Fifty-Three Visits,’ featuring lively shapes and vibrant colors, filling visitors with joy and a sense of the Dharma. The entire hall exudes an air of rustic elegance and solemnity. The temple is open all year round from 08:00 to 18:00.Huayan Temple
Huayan Zen Temple, originally named Guanyin Temple, was founded in the first year of the Xuantong Emperor of the Qing […]
