Xian Daxingshan Temple
As one of the oldest Buddhist temples in China, Daxingshan Temple is suitable the southern suburb of Xi’an City. It is founded in the period 265-289AD. The history can be traced back to the third century, at that time it was named Zunshan Temple. During Sui Dynasty, it was restored and was given the present name.
During Sui Dynasty, Buddhism prevailed widely in Chang’an (Xi’an City’s earlier name). In 761AD, the Indian monks Shanwuwei, Jingangzhi, and Bukongseng, named “Three Bachelors in Kaiyuan Period” remained there to translate the sutras and promulgate the Buddhist doctrines up to over 500 pieces. Since then it gradually became one of the three temples wholly used for translating sutras together with Ci’en Temple and Jianfu Temple.
During the period 716-720AD, many Indian monks such as Na Lian Qi Ye She, Zhe Na Jue Duo as well as Da Me Ju Duo translated the Buddhist scriptures and held down the teachings of the Buddhist Tantra sect after the came to Chang’an at different times.However, most of buildings were destroyed during 841-845. The current Daxingshan Temple is the result of the large-scale restorations in 1955 and 1983. Qing-style architectural features are the main attraction which is made up of the Mountain Gate, Devajara Hall, Great Hall, Bell and Drum Towers and so on. Inside the temple, you are sure to be surprised by a sandalwood-made, thousand-hand Kwan-yin statue. Besides, you will pick up the bluestone Bibcock sculptured in Tang Dynasty, the Sakyamuni’s Joss shaped in Ming Dynasty as well as the <21 Dumu Picture> drew in Qing Dynasty.
The temple and its surrounding today have been developed into a park temple and are open to tourists and visitors.
Add: Chang An North Road, Xi’an City
Open Time: 8:00 am-17:00 pm
Transport: Bus 603, 5
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