Qiaogoutou Jade Emperor Temple

Qiaogoutou Jade Emperor Temple

Qiaogoutou Jade Emperor Temple is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

Qiaogoutou Jade Emperor Temple (Sixth Batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units)

Era: Yuan to Qing Dynasty

Address: Qiaogoutou Village, Zezhang Town, Xinjiang County

Originally built during the Tang Dynasty, it was renovated during the Jin and Yuan periods and again in the 41st year of the Jiajing reign of the Ming Dynasty (1562). Existing structures include the main hall, stage, Horse King Hall, and Offering Hall. The main hall is a remnant from the Yuan Dynasty, featuring a three-bay width, four-rafter depth, and a single-eave hanging gable roof. Opposite the main hall is a triple-stage connected stage (the central stage has been demolished), which is a remnant from the Ming Dynasty, with performance inscriptions from the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty preserved on the backstage. The east and west walls of the Horse King Hall feature Qing Dynasty murals covering an area of 17 square meters.

Further Reading:

· Sixth Batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units