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One-day tour of Songshan Mountain

One-day tour of Songshan can go to: Shaolin Temple, Stargazing Platform, Zhongyue Temple, Sanque and Damodang.

1, Shaolin Temple

Shaolin Temple was built during the reign of Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty, with a history of 1500 years. Because it is built at the foot of Shaoshi Mountain and the jungle is dense, it is called Shaolin Temple. Shaolin Temple is a holy place of Buddhism. With the change of dynasties, it has experienced glory and war, and finally it has become like this. Come here for a day trip and experience fasting and chanting Buddha.

2. Stargazing platform

The Stargazing Observatory is not only the earliest and well-preserved observatory in China, but also one of the earliest astronomical buildings in the world. It is one of the eight scenic spots in Songshan Scenic Area, with unique architecture and high historical value and tourism value. You can enjoy the unique architecture on a day trip here.

3. Zhongyue Temple

Zhongyue Temple in Songshan Mountain was built in Qin Dynasty. After many changes, retreats and expansions in the past dynasties, 10 13 has built more than 800 temples and archways, reaching its peak, and its carved beams and painted buildings are colorful, attracting countless envy. However, in A.D. 1644, it was burnt to ashes by a big fire. You can worship god when you come here for a day trip.

4. Three questions

These three pagodas are Shao Shi Quemen, Qi Mu Tower and Taishi Que. Among them, Shao Shi Quemen is a Shinto Que of Shaoshishan Temple in Han Dynasty, which was built in 1 18- 123. There are more than 70 kinds of patterns carved on Jieshi, including scenery, horse racing, cuju, dragon crossing the wall, horse and horse travel and so on. It has a long history, but it is still relatively complete and quite artistic. A day trip here can enjoy the scenery.

5. Damodang

Damodang is located about northwest of Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng County, Henan Province. There is a natural cave about 5 meters deep and 3 meters wide at Wufeng Mountain dozens of meters from the top of the mountain. This is the place where the Dharma wall has been located for nine years, and it is called Dharma Cave. According to legend, Dharma spent nine years in the cave after arriving at Shaolin Temple. Due to the age, his figure was cast on the stone in the cave, leaving a wall-like image. A day trip here can help you feel the Dharma Master.

The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia-Shaolin Temple Baidu Encyclopedia-Stargazing Station.