A low-key temple in Zhejiang is home to a 1,500-year-old ginkgo tree and is known as the most beautiful temple.

In November, ginkgo trees are turning yellow, and they often become the most beautiful scenery in the circle of friends.

Ginkgo viewing spots also appear frequently on social platforms.

The combination of ginkgo and yellow leaves is the most beautiful autumn scene.

In the Yuhuang Temple in Liuba, Shaanxi, there is a 4,000-year-old ginkgo tree, which is said to have been planted by King Wen of Zhou; in the Guanyin Temple in Chang'an District, Xi'an, Shaanxi, there is a ginkgo tree that is more than 1,400 years old. According to legend, According to legend, it was planted by Li Shimin, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty. There is a 6,000-year-old ginkgo tree in Fuquan, Guizhou, which requires 13 people to surround it. It is known as the largest ginkgo tree in the world.

Some of these ancient ginkgo trees require reservations to view, and some can only see people but not take pictures of the ginkgo. However, in a temple in Zhejiang, there is also a ginkgo tree that is more than 1,500 years old. According to legend, It was planted by Xiao Tong, the prince of Zhaoming Dynasty. At this time, the trees are also full of golden color, which is suitable for viewing.

Speaking of temples in Zhejiang, the famous ones include Guoqing Temple in Tiantai Mountain, Lingyin Temple in Hangzhou, etc. Relatively speaking, Xianding Temple is much more low-key, but because of this ginkgo tree, it is celebrated every November It always appears frequently in the circle of friends of Huzhou people, and is even known as the most beautiful temple in Zhejiang.

Xianding Temple, located in Qixian Mountain, Huzhou, is one of the four ancient temples in Huzhou. It is just behind the Huzhou High-speed Railway Station and 11 kilometers away from the urban area.

It is said that during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, when Qi was in civil strife, the descendants of Guan Zhong came here to take refuge, so it was named Qixian Mountain.

Xianding Temple is located on the Immortal Peak on the top of Qixian Mountain. It is said that there is a stone room on the peak, and some people cultivated and became immortals here, so it was named Immortal Peak, and the temple was also called Xianding. temple.

It is said that this temple was built in the Southern Dynasty, and Xiao Tong, the prince of Nanliang, also studied and practiced Buddhism here. The reason why this ginkgo plant was planted has a beautiful love story:

Emperor Wu of Liang pointed out the daughter of a minister named Shen to Xiao Tong as the crown prince. However, before the two got married, the woman died of illness and was buried on Qixian Mountain. And this ginkgo tree The tree was planted to protect the crown princess, and a temple for the empress was built to offer sacrifices. This temple was the predecessor of Xianding Temple, and then became the place where he studied Buddhism.

At the beginning, not only this tree was planted, but 32 trees were planted. However, in the development of history, other trees have been destroyed, and only this one is left. Now the tree body It has reached a height of more than 30 meters, and the tree crown is as tall as a canopy.

Under the sun, the ginkgo leaves become more and more golden. They are not only covered with branches, but also covered with layers of golden carpets under the tree. Some people stand under the ginkgo tree, taking photos in the sunshine, and some people sit quietly. Standing quietly, feeling the passage of thousands of years, at this time, this ordinary temple also has a bit of poetry and tranquility under the golden ginkgo. Occasionally, you can see three or five young ladies in Hanfu, sitting under the ginkgo. Taking photos, it seems like thousands of years have passed by in a blink of an eye, and we have returned to the Nanliang period.

Because the road up the mountain is not easy to walk, it has been unknown since its construction. Because of this, it still maintains its quaint appearance. However, with the development of tourism, people are increasingly visiting it. People like to look for niche attractions, so it has become a favorite in people's hearts. People do not hesitate to give it the title of the most beautiful temple in Zhejiang.

I wonder if you have gone to see ginkgo trees this autumn? Where is the most beautiful autumn scenery you have ever seen? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area below and share your journey story~