Located on the top of Tashan Mountain, outside the east gate of Cicheng, Qingdao Taoist Temple was originally built in the eighth year of the Tianbao era during the Tang Dynasty (749 AD). It is a sacred place for Taoists to worship deities and immortals, for Taoist priests to cultivate their nature, and to conduct various related activities. During the Tang and Song dynasties, which were the pinnacle of Taoism in Chinese history, the fate of Qingdao Taoist Temple was intertwined with these eras.
After the Yuan Dynasty, the temple went through periods of destruction, reconstruction, and expansion. By the time of the Republic of China, the temple had seven levels of buildings nestled against the mountainside, with pavilions, halls, and palaces interspersed among them. The temple was home to countless statues and was particularly famous for its giant bell, whose sound could be heard far and wide. Unfortunately, the temple was demolished during the Cultural Revolution and is currently being rebuilt. The temple is open to visitors throughout the year from 08:40 to 16:30.Qingdao Taoist Temple
Located on the top of Tashan Mountain, outside the east gate of Cicheng, Qingdao Taoist Temple was originally built in […]
