Is Taiping Temple in Tashan, Yantai a true Taoist?

Taiping Temple in Tashan, Yantai is not a real Taoism.

According to many surveys, Taiping Temple in Tashan, Yantai is not an orthodox Taoist temple, and there is no official Taoist teacher. The so-called "Taoist" in the temple claims to be a "researcher of traditional culture", and the Taoist teachings and cultivation methods it teaches are also different from those of orthodox Taoism. In addition, Taipingan Temple in Tashan, Yantai still has commercialization and superstition problems such as charging high "blessing fees" and taking the opportunity to collect money. Therefore, Taiping Temple in Tashan, Yantai is not a true Taoist and Taoist temple.

In China, Taoism is one of the official religions, with its own teachings, rules and teaching staff. Some lawless elements or businesses often engage in fraud and illegal business activities in the name of Taoism, which is not only illegal, but also hurts social credibility and religious beliefs.