Yangzhou White Dragon Temple

Yangzhou White Dragon Temple

The Yangzhou White Dragon Temple is a cultural tourism attraction.

The White Dragon Temple is located in the Western Suburbs Forest Park of Yangzhou City (Baiyang Mountain, Liuji Town, Yizheng City), and was first built during the reign of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty. Legend has it that a couple once lived in Baiyang Mountain, became pregnant by the grace of heaven and earth, and gave birth to a white, snake-like creature. The woman was so frightened that she died on the spot. Then, thunder roared, lightning flashed, and a violent storm ensued, after which the white creature soared into the sky. Locals called it the "Little White Dragon Ascending to Heaven." The dragon’s father erected a grave for his wife to mourn her, and the little white dragon, in gratitude for being raised, would return every year in June to mourn and cry at its mother’s grave. On that day, fierce winds and storms would always strike, which locals referred to as the "Little White Dragon Returning Home." Over time, a winding river formed—today’s "Dragon River." To pray for favorable weather and prosperity, the local people built a temple on this mountain and named it the "White Dragon Temple," which remains highly popular to this day. The tomb of the White Dragon’s mother still exists, and in front of it lies a round depression known as the "White Dragon Nest." Legend says it was formed when the dragon’s father poured out the amniotic fluid and the little white dragon spun its tail as it ascended to the sky. Though not deep, the pool never overflows even in heavy rain or dries up in droughts, maintaining a consistent water level year-round.

The original temple was demolished during the campaign to destroy the “Four Olds.” In 1984, under the support of local devotees, Monk Wenren rebuilt the temple on a site covering over 30 acres. It now includes the main hall, east and west side halls, monks’ quarters, and more.

Address: Baiyang Mountain, Liuji Town, Yizheng City

Phone: 0514-83831004