https://ae.trip.com/moments/detail/suzhou-11-130406634?locale=en-AE
Hazel.Simmons^29United States

I've arrived at the "Hanshan Temple outside Suzhou City" from my elementary school Chinese textbook.

Located on the banks of Fengqiao in Gusu District, Hanshan Temple was first built during the Tianjian period of the Southern Liang Dynasty (approx. 502–519 AD), over 1,500 years ago. Originally named "Miaoli Puming Pagoda Courtyard," it was renamed after the eminent monks Hanshan and Shide resided there during the Tang Dynasty. The temple gained widespread fame thanks to Zhang Ji's poem "Night Mooring Near Maple Bridge": "Outside Suzhou City, by Hanshan Temple, the midnight bell reaches the traveler's boat." The existing structures were rebuilt during the Qing Guangxu and Republican periods, featuring yellow walls, black tiles, and the ancient bell's enduring chime. The stele gallery houses inscribed poems by renowned figures such as Yue Fei and Wen Zhengming. The temple layout is compact, with the Mahavira Hall enshrining a golden statue of Sakyamuni Buddha, and the Hanshi Hall featuring statues of Hanshan and Shide, engaged in lighthearted conversation. The 108 tolls of the bell on New Year's Eve, now a world cultural heritage, convey the spiritual core of "harmony and unity."
View Original Text
*Created by local travelers and translated by AI.
Posted: Mar 21, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in This Moment
Attraction

Hanshan Temple

4.6/515463 reviews | Historic buildings
Suzhou
No.5 of Best Things to Do in Jiangsu
Immediate access | Book now for today
-10%
AED 10.13
AED 9.12
View
Show More
Related Moments
Hanshan Temple

Suzhou-Wuxi 2-Day Tour: A Must-See Guide to Exploring Two Unique Cities

Olivia(Walker
Hanshan Temple

Jiaxing-Suzhou 2-Day Trip for Old Friends: A Classic Itinerary

Liam.Roberts^81
Lion Grove Garden(Shizilin Garden)

3-Day Suzhou-Jiaxing-Hangzhou Excursion: A Super Detailed Guide

TravelCrossroads*55
Hanshan Temple

Hanshan Temple is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction.

Stella567~Gray
Yuhuatai Scenic Area

A Super Detailed Guide to Nanjing and Surrounding Areas for Friends Reuniting—Save This!

VagabondVibes
Hanshan Temple

3-Day Suzhou Trip During Qingming Festival: The Ultimate Guide

SofiaBakke
Hanshan Temple

The Perfect Guide to Suzhou, Wuzhen, and Hangzhou for the Qingming Festival

Harper Walker Harper54
Tai Hu Yuantouzhu Scenic Spot

A Relaxing 2-Day Trip to Wuxi and Suzhou for Seniors

ediecarlwagner
Hanshan Temple

Qingming Short Holiday Hangzhou-Suzhou-Wuzhen Travel Guide

Noah Foster
Hanshan Temple

Tips for a Fun Qingming Festival Trip to Suzhou, Wuzhen, and Hangzhou

Felix_Winterbourne_82
Hanshan Temple

Hanshan Temple outside Gusu City, the sound of the bell reaches the passenger ship at midnight

Abigail_King20
Tiger Hill(Huqiu) Scenic Area

Suzhou Gardens and Temples: A 3-Day Itinerary—Everything You Need to Know!

WandererAtHeart