FuShun Qinglong Temple Scenic Area

FuShun Qinglong Temple Scenic Area

The FuShun Qinglong Temple Scenic Area is a cultural tourism attraction.

Qinglong Temple is situated in Zhengjia Village, Huan Town, Fushun County, within the scenic Xiaolugou area of the stunning Sankehshi National Forest Park. Blessed with clear mountains, lucid waters, and enchanting views, the site is graced by murmuring brooks and secluded trails, making it a sacred Buddhist land filled with mystical tales. Highlights include the strikingly lifelike Reclining Buddha of the Spirit Mountain, the ancient Guanyin Cave over 100 million years old; the Bhikkhu Cave where a divine monk attained nirvana and ascended to heaven; the main structure of Qinglong Temple is said to be supported by a lotus with eight petals, beneath which the sky appears to spin golden. To the south lies the Medicine Buddha’s Sacred Mountain, accompanied by a divine turtle resting by the pond, harmonizing with the presence of the Three Stars of Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity. To the west is the Western Paradise, home to a massive divine elm tree over 600 years old known to grant all wishes. Its tree shape resembles a bounding deer, coinciding with the name of Xiaolugou Valley, thus earning widespread fame. Here, Amitabha Buddha, Guanyin, and Mahasthamaprapta descend to guide sentient beings. To the north is the domain where the Five Wealth Gods reside—a place of enduring prosperity. To the east lies the ethereal Wanshan Mountain, a sacred retreat for immortal cultivation that watches over the temple grounds. Two crystal-clear springs meander like jade ribbons on either side, forming two dragons’ shapes. At the center lies the Avatamsaka Sacred Realm, where the Dharmakaya of Sakyamuni Buddha—Vairocana, the 21.48-meter-tall principal teacher of the Dharma—reclines upon a purple-golden platform. Beneath the lotus platform is the Ten Thousand Buddhas Hall, housing the Buddhas of the Four Directions: Akshobhya of the Eastern World, Ratnasambhava of the Southern World, Amitabha of the Western World, and Amoghasiddhi of the Northern World, collectively known as the Five Dhyani Buddhas. Surrounding the Ten Thousand Buddhas Hall are 10,000 21.48 cm tall Vairocana emanations, symbolizing boundless manifestations pervading the Dharma realm. Devotees may also invite these statues to their homes for worship. With Buddha’s feet descending upon worldly abodes, the teachings reach the masses, bestowing nectar, transforming fiery households into lotus realms, and turning the Sahā world into a pure land.

[Scenic Walkthrough]

The Outdoor Grand Buddha

Cast in forged copper, seated posture; standing 21.48 meters tall, symbolizing construction in the 21st century: a tribute to the Buddha's birthday. A masterpiece created by Hongtuo Company; the Buddha statue weighs a total of 98 tons, featuring a main steel frame, segmented and layered surface forging, with on-site assembly. The statue is gold-plated, with a total cost of 32 million yuan, and was consecrated on October 8, 2009.

The Three Saints Buddha

Unearthed on August 13, 2005, during a massive flood, these three Buddha statues—Amitabha Buddha, Guanyin Bodhisattva, and Mahasthamaprapta—were discovered within the temple grounds. Expert analysis dates them to the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. Their discovery confirms local legends of temples existing in Xiaolugou’s history. The appearance of these three sacred Buddhas further enriches the spiritual heritage of Qinglong Temple.

[Legends of the Scenic Site]

The Origin of Qinglong Temple

Qinglong Temple evolved from Changlong Guan (Dragon Dragon Taoist Temple). It embodies the spirit of harmony between Buddhism and Taoism, dedicated to guiding sentient beings. Legend has it that during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty, in the Sankehshi region of Liaodong, there stood a Changlong Guan, whose abbot was named Daozhang Qingxu. The abbot had two great passions: playing weiqi (Go) and composing couplets. Within a thousand-mile radius, none could rival him, especially with his secret chess manual titled “Earthworm Subdues Dragon,” which was profoundly mysterious and endlessly intriguing. One day, while in the temple courtyard, he observed two extremely fierce roosters fighting over a single bean. The intensity of their battle rivaled that of two tigers fighting over food, which inspired him to create the couplet: “Hungry chickens fight over a bean.” He then invited learned individuals from far and wide to compose a matching line. But for three years, no one could come up with a suitable counterpart.

That summer, a young Taoist boy suddenly reported that an itinerant monk named Monk Huizhi sought an audience. Qingxu was startled but went out to greet him. The wandering monk, around thirty years of age, had a kind and compassionate face, resembling that of a arhat. The two bonded over chess and poetry, akin to kindred spirits meeting for the first time, regretting not having met sooner, and thus became sworn brothers. Abbot Qingxu was sixty years old, and Monk Huizhi thirty-six—interestingly, both were born in the Year of the Dragon, hence a "Meeting of Twin Dragons." Before parting, Qingxu renamed Changlong Guan to Qinglong Temple. From then on, Changlong Guan became known as Qinglong Temple.

[Driving Directions]

By Car: Route A (Northern Route): Fushun City → Dongzhou → Baijiadian → Taigou Village, Shangma Township, Fushun County → Zhengjia Village, Huan Town

Route B (Southern Route): Fushun City → Dongzhou → No. 2 Oil Refinery → Tajiu Village, Shangma Township, Fushun County → Zhengjia Village, Huan Town

Suburban Bus: Option A – Take a suburban bus from Fushun North Station Central Bus Terminal or Fushun South Station Xiqilu; any bus passing through Huan Town can drop you off at Huan, then transfer to a taxi.

Option B – Take a bus from Fushun North Station Central Bus Terminal or Fushun South Station Xiqilu heading to Zhengjiabeigou, Tongzhuangzi, Mantou, or Zhengjia; all pass by Qinglong Temple. Get off at the south end of Zhengjia Bridge.

[Address] Zhengjia Village, Huan Town, Fushun County

[Phone] 024-57487866

[Dining & Accommodation Features] Qinglong Temple Vegetarian Restaurant, Hotel, etc.

Source: Fushun Municipal People's Government Website