[2025 Quanzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Yuanmiao Temple (Updated Apr)

On the day of going to Yuanmiaoguan, I went to Nanyang Road to buy the foreign peony. After Zhuangyuan Street, the stairs went up, and the blue sky made people unable to pay attention to the cut porcelain carvings on the temple roof. I must be the eaves control in Quanzhou temple. I have a telephoto function from my cell phone. I like the record of carving porcelain in Quanzhou temples. Cut porcelain carving is a unique mosaic art that needs to be constructed on site in southern Anhui. will be seen in temples in southern Fujian and Taiwan, but it may be overlooked on the roof. Cut the characters, animals or flowers and trees carved by broken porcelain pieces, Its color is very beautiful, full of three-dimensional, and the level is very clear.

Yuanmiao Temple is the first Taoist temple built after Taoism was introduced to Quanzhou, and also the first Taoist temple in Fujian Province. The architecture of the temple is of the double-eaved hip-and-gable roof style, which is magnificent and resplendent. The six carved dragon stone pillars are very exquisite. The outer walls of the temple are inlaid with stone and brick carvings depicting Taoist stories. There are nine flying eaves and dragon ridges on the roof of the temple, and the ridges are carved with Lao Tzu's alchemy furnace, flying dragons, unicorns, and various Taoist ornaments. Yuanmiao Temple has always been the center of Taoist activities in Quanzhou.

My dears, the first time I set foot on the land of Quanzhou, I fell deeply in love with this city. If time is limited, just take this classic West Street + Worship route, you will definitely avoid any mishaps! 🌞Morning: Start the day full of energy along Kaiyuan Temple - Xiangfeng Road - West Street - Bell Tower - Zhongshan Road. 📸Must-visit photo booths: Kaiyuan Temple: You can take photos of the same red walls as the Forbidden City, as well as the same scenes as "Black Myth: Wukong", and you can create blockbuster movies in minutes. Xiangfeng Lane opposite Kaiyuan Temple: full of literary and artistic atmosphere, any photo taken here will be very impressive. The rooftop of Meichaofengxiangxiang store: great view, don’t miss it. Overlord Tea Princess Rooftop: If you want to take photos, you have to go to the third floor of Meichaochuang. Mei Chaofeng: From the attic window on the third floor, the East and West Towers are in a beautiful frame; the photos of the East and West Towers from the terrace on the second floor are also great; the terrace on the third floor is not to be missed. Quanzhou poster: The Quanzhou Cinema and Theater next to the bell tower is very commemorative. Bell Tower: A landmark of Quanzhou, a must-take photo. Quanzhou calendar poster next to Xiaoli Car Rental: unique and interesting. 🌆Afternoon: Officially start the worship🙏 route, Quanzhou is "half city is fireworks and half city is fairy", with many temples. Recommended route: Kaiyuan Temple - Yuanmiao Temple - Confucian Temple - Qingjing Ancient Temple - Guanyu Temple - Tianhou Temple. 🔔 Friendly reminder: Dress appropriately when entering a temple, do not expose yourself, take off your hat and sunglasses, do not wear slippers, and be respectful. Most temples stop admittance around 5pm, so plan your time accordingly. Most temples are free to visit and no reservation is required. The ticket price for Qingjing Mosque is 3 yuan per person. "Little White Cars" are the main form of transportation in Quanzhou Ancient City. There are no fixed stops and they will stop when you wave. First ask the driver whether he wants to go to your destination. It's 2 yuan per person each time, and you can pay in cash (no change) or through Alipay - Travel - Scan the QR code to pay. The WeChat mini program "Xiaobai Yuzu" can also book a car, which is super convenient. The check-in spots in Quanzhou are close to each other. It is strongly recommended to rent an electric car 🛵 to check in freely, after all, traffic jams are too common. Be sure to look up more often in Quanzhou. The carvings on the temples are exquisite and every detail is worth appreciating. My dears, come to Quanzhou and experience its unique charm. I believe you will fall in love with it!

It was first built during the Taikang period of the Western Jin Dynasty. It was the first Taoist temple built after Taoism was introduced to Quanzhou, and also the first Taoist temple after Taoism was introduced to Fujian. It has a history of more than 1,700 years and has witnessed the spread and development of Taoism in Fujian. It has undergone many reconstructions and expansions, and its name has also changed. Its development process reflects the social and cultural background and changes in religious policies in different historical periods. It has a unique architectural style. The roof of the main hall has nine dragon ridges, on which are carved Laojun's alchemy furnace, flying dragons, unicorns and various Taoist ornaments, which are quite ingenious. The stone and wood carvings of the entire building complex are finely crafted, and the mother-of-pearl craftsmanship is used at all costs. The eight stone windows on the east and west exterior walls and the five walls at the back of the hall are also inlaid with stone and brick carvings with Taoist story patterns. The details are exquisite and the building is magnificent. It integrates the beauty of traditional Chinese architecture and is an outstanding representative of ancient Chinese architectural art. It has important reference value for studying the evolution of ancient Chinese architectural styles and the design concepts of religious buildings.

Just like every amazing scene in the fantasy world of Black Myth Wukong In the real world, there are many such exquisite and shocking ancient buildings. ㅤ When you come to Quanzhou, you must not miss the mysterious ancient temple near West Street🏯 The name of Xuanmiao Temple is taken from the Tao Te Ching, "Mysterious and mysterious, the door to all wonders"📖 The buildings here are more majestic, magnificent and full of fairy spirit than Kaiyuan Temple✨ ㅤ Xuanmiao Ancient Temple has a history of more than 1,700 years and is known as the "No. 1 Taoist Temple in Fujian" It enshrines what Quanzhou people call "God of Heaven" (Jade Emperor) Every year, all the major temples would hold the ceremony of promotion and receiving imperial edicts at Xuanmiao Temple, which shows its status in the Taoist temples of Quanzhou. ㅤ After many repairs and expansions over the dynasties, it has formed a complex with Sanqing Hall 🏛, Yuhuang Hall 🕍 and Daode Hall 🏛 as the main body. The carvings inside and outside the hall are meticulous, with lacquer gold, porcelain carving, wood carving and stone carving cleverly integrated, shining with golden light✨ ㅤ Since the original ancient building was destroyed, it is now restored, but it is still worth seeing: 1⃣Lingxiao Palace🏯 The roof is filled with fairy spirit, and the Eight Immortals and the Three Stars of Fortune, Longevity and Happiness are painted on the front and back of the roof. 2⃣Bluestone dragon steps relief🐉 The relief dragon and golden beads in front of the Lingxiao Hall are lifelike🎨 3⃣Panlong Stone Pillar🌵 The carving is so detailed that the dragon looks like it is flying in the clouds. 4⃣Each hall🏛All kinds of lacquer, gold, porcelain, wood and stone carvings, combined together, look magnificent💪 ㅤ 💡 Tips 1⃣Address: No. 56, Xinfukou, Licheng District, Quanzhou City, Xuanmiao Ancient Temple (also known as Yuanmiao Temple) 2⃣Tickets🎟: Completely free, no reservation required, easy to visit 3⃣Opening hours⏰: 6am to 5pm, closed at night🌙 4⃣This is a secret place away from the hustle and bustle of West Street. There are few tourists and most of them are locals "worshiping" 🙏 5⃣ It is suitable to take photos outside the temple📸, but please respect the faith⛪ and try to avoid taking photos inside the temple ㅤ Friends who travel to Quanzhou~ Go check in this treasure place📍

Quanzhou Ancient City Walk, stop three: Yuanmiao Temple! Yuanmiao Temple is located at Xinfukou on Dong Street in Quanzhou City, commonly known as 'Heavenly Temple', and was originally built during the Taikang period of the Western Jin Dynasty (282 AD), initially named Baiyun Temple. In 1295, it was renamed Xuanmiao Temple, drawing from the phrase 'mystery upon mystery, the gateway of the manifold secrets' from the Tao Te Ching, and in 1668 it was renamed Yuanmiao Temple, a name that has been used to this day. It is the first Taoist temple in Fujian after the introduction of Taoism and also the earliest Taoist temple in Quanzhou. Yuanmiao Temple is renowned in southern Quanzhou for its long history, grand scale, complete collection of alchemical treasures, and the emergence of famous Taoist figures. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the 'Daoji Si', the authority managing Taoism, was located within Yuanmiao Temple. Since the end of the Qing Dynasty, the temple has suffered repeated destruction and occupation, with only the left ridge of the central hall and four rooms remaining. The whereabouts of the dragon steps are unknown, and the dragon pillars were moved to the Shanmen Gallery of the Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple's Zhunti Zen Forest in the 1970s. The reconstructed Hall of the Three Purities is five bays wide and five bays deep, with a double-eaved hip-and-gable roof, majestic and splendid. The six carved dragon stone columns, each 3.2 meters high and 0.84 meters in diameter, are exquisitely crafted. The eight stone windows on the east and west exterior walls and the five wall surfaces behind the hall are inlaid with stone and brick carvings depicting Taoist story patterns. The roof has nine flying eaves with dragon ridges, on which are carved Laozi's alchemy furnace, flying dragons, qilins, and various Taoist ornaments, all showing great ingenuity. Address: No. 56 Xinfukou, Licheng District, Quanzhou City Hours: 8:00-17:30 Admission: Free PS: It is a 10-minute walk from Chengtian Temple to Yuanmiao Temple

🌈Quanzhou, known as the city where "many gods gather", is a city of diverse religions. Walking on the street, you can see various temples and Taoist temples of all sizes. Located in Xinfukou Lane, East Street, Quanzhou Ancient City, there is a well-known mysterious ancient temple✅ 💙Xuanmiao Ancient Temple, known as the "No. 1 Taoist Temple in Fujian", is the first Taoist temple after Taoism was introduced into Fujian. It was built during the Taikang period of the Western Jin Dynasty, more than 1,700 years ago. Because the main hall is dedicated to the Jade Emperor, who is revered as "Tian Gong" by Quanzhou people, Xuanmiao Temple is also commonly known as "Tian Gong Temple". It has always been the center of Taoist activities in Quanzhou‼ ️ 🌟Visiting guide: The Taoist temple is not big. There are mainly Sanqing Hall➡️Lingxiao Hall➡️Lingguan Hall in the temple. There are Wenchang Hall, God of Wealth Hall and Land Hall on both sides. Although it is a modern building after reconstruction, the magnificence and momentum of the whole Taoist temple are still amazing. The rebuilt Xuanmiao Temple integrates Taoist culture➕traditional ancient architectural craftsmanship in southern Fujian, with lacquer gold➕porcelain carving➕wood carving➕brick carving➕stone carving, meticulously crafted, gorgeous and exquisite, which is a feast for the eyes✅ [Sanqing Hall] Sanqing Hall is the most important hall in the Taoist temple. It enshrines Yuqing Yuanshi Tianzun, Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun, and Taiqing Daode Tianzun, which are the "Three Pure Ones", and is worshipped together with Donghua Emperor and Xiwang Jinmu. There are nine flying dragons in front of the hall. The stone dragon pillars in front of the door are too eye-catching. There are 6 of them, which are finely carved. The flying dragons turn their bodies around the pillars, which is particularly vivid✅ [Lingxiao Hall] Lingxiao Hall is the most magnificent, enshrining the Jade Emperor, the Supreme of the Three Realms, with Taiyi Jiuku Tianzun and Leisheng Puhua Tianzun on the left and right, and the Four Imperials Zhongtian Ziwei Beiji Dadi, Gouchen Shanggong Tianhuang Dadi, Nanji Changsheng Dadi, Chengtianxiaofa Houtu Huangdizhi on both sides. There are 28 stone pillars throughout the building, symbolizing the twenty-eight constellations as guardian gods. On the roof, there are eight immortals in front and three stars of happiness, wealth and longevity in the back. There are also flying musicians holding various musical instruments at the brackets. It is said that flying musicians are unique decorations of Quanzhou temples and are rarely seen in other places✅ [Lingguan Temple] The deity enshrined is Lingguan Emperor, and on both sides are statues of Zhao Yuanshuai, the guardian of Xuantan, Ma Yuanshuai, the emperor of Huaguang, Wen Yuanshuai, the guardian of Dongyue, and Yue Yuanshuai, the loyal and patriotic emperor✅ 💕There is also a row of Taoist displays and introductions in the corridor behind the Lingxiao Hall. I saw the familiar evil-repelling props on TV ✅ 🎫Tickets: Free✅ ⏱️Opening hours: 07:00-17:00✅ ⚠️You can check in at the archway at the entrance to see the second son of the dragon - Ya Zi✅

Yuanmiao Temple is also known as Tiangong Temple First built during the Taikang period of the Western Jin Dynasty (280-289) It is more than 1700 years ago. At the end of the street A peaceful place amidst the bustle The door design is relatively simple The ancient buildings inside are really attractive The beams are carved with flying musicians. There are stone carvings of dragons on the stone pillars and roof ridges. Showing luxury The people of southern Fujian like to "worship the God of Heaven" Tiangong Temple is where the Jade Emperor lives The place where the gods live must be kept clean and tidy It is usually quiet and peaceful here. Burn a stick of incense Get rid of restlessness and worries No tickets required Just show your intention

'Baiyun Temple' was the previous name here, but now it's called 'Yuanmiao View'. This view can be said to be the most beautiful and grand scale I have seen on this trip. The flying apsaras carved on the beams, the stone dragons on the pillars and roofs are lifelike and varied in shape. What is unimaginable is that this view has a history of more than 1700 years, but it can still be preserved and repaired so well, which also shows the local importance to it. Although Yuanmiao View is grand, its location feels relatively hidden. At the end of the long street, the entrance feels very inconspicuous, so after entering, it will make people feel a different world! 📍Quanzhou Yuanmiao View 🎫Tickets: Free 👉It is recommended to visit before 17:00👟There is no explanation in the view