What strange temples are there in Zhejiang?

China has a long history, so although it is not the birthplace of Buddhism, the influence of Buddhism in China has a long history. Many people believe in Buddhism, and many temples have been preserved. Moreover, with the development of tourism, many temples have been developed into tourist attractions, such as the famous Shaolin Temple and Baima Temple. The naming of temples in China basically conforms to our local culture. But among so many monasteries, one in particular is named after an Indian. Let's have a look.

Introduction of scenic spots

This temple is Asoka Temple, located in Ningbo, Zhejiang. It has a long history of 1700 years. It is the only temple in China named after Indians, and it has the title of Southeast Buddhist Country. It is famous at home and abroad because of the relics of Sakyamuni. It is also a treasure of Buddhist culture and one of the most famous ancient temples in Ningbo.

Temple introduction

The area of the temple is very vast, and it is also a temple built on the mountain. As a thousand-year-old temple, there are more than 600 pavilions, attics and temples here. The environment of the temple is also very good. The trees are lush, the environment is quiet, the layout of temples is very exquisite, and the buildings are also very ornamental. There are two existing pagodas of the Yuan Dynasty here, and the retro architecture makes the whole ancient temple more antique.

Asoka

Anyone who knows something about Indian Buddhism knows that Ashoka is the third king of the peacock kingdom in ancient India. This king has made great contributions to the development of Buddhism in India and even the world. Now this Ashoka Temple is also a memorial to the king, and it has been respected and worshipped by Buddhist believers since ancient times. Moreover, Ashoka Temple is free of charge, and it is also free for you to burn incense here. The tourists here are full of praise.

There are many historical sites in the temple, which play an important role in the development of Buddhist culture. These cultural relics carry forward Buddhist culture. When you enter here, you can see four big pillars at the door. If you look carefully, you can also see that the lion's head faces in different directions. This is the famous Ashoka stone pillar. The lion's head is the symbol of India and the national emblem of India. It is also a rare Indian cultural temple in China.

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The reason why this temple is named after Ashoka represents the importance and respect for Buddhist culture. Some Buddhists will definitely visit Asoka Temple when they come to Ningbo. Of course, not Buddhists can come here and enjoy the ancient buildings and natural scenery here. And Ashoka Temple never lacks incense. The most important thing is people's sincerity to Buddhism. After all, sincerity is spiritual. Have you ever been here? What do you think of this place? If you have a better idea, please leave a comment.