Yongfeng Chan Temple

Yongfeng Chan Temple

Yongfeng Chan Temple is a cultural tourism attraction.

Yongfeng Chan Temple was first built in 868 AD during the Later Tang Dynasty. It was funded and established by the local ancient Buddha, Monk Zaoguang (whose Dharma name was Zaoguang), and the benefactor Chen Youyou. Originally named Yongfeng Renshou Temple, it was later also called Taizhi Temple (because immortal peaches are considered pure fruits of the heavens, and when peach blossoms bloom on the branches, the Buddha can be seen, hence the name Taizhi Temple). By the year 1013 AD during the Song Dynasty, it was expanded once again. The famous monk Koubing from Mount Wuyi (believed to be the reincarnation of the ancient Buddha) once served as the abbot of this temple and was revered as the Ancient Buddha Koubing. At that time, he was also appointed as the National Preceptor of the Min Kingdom. Under the guidance of this esteemed master, the temple enjoyed great prosperity and gained some fame both domestically and internationally. However, due to wars throughout the dynasties and the destruction caused by the campaign against the "Four Olds," the temple fell into great disrepair. Today, under the guidance of the national reform and opening-up policy, Yongfeng Chan Temple has not only been restored to its original appearance but has also been expanded with additions such as the Heavenly King Hall, the Great Compassion Hall, the mountain gate, the liberation pond, the Virtue Accumulation Pavilion, and mountain trails.