Qifeng Mountain Temple

Qifeng Mountain Temple

Qifeng Mountain Temple is a cultural tourism attraction.

Qifeng Mountain Temple is located in Mangling Village, Mengyan Town, Liping County, situated in a valley at an elevation of 550.2 meters. The mountain is covered with lush ancient trees that block out the sunlight. There are ancient pine, fir, cypress, and catalpa trees, many of which are as thick as a person’s embrace, with osmanthus trees being especially numerous. In August each year, the mountain is filled with a fragrant aroma. The forest is home to countless rare flowers and plants. The Mengyan River flows in front of the mountain. The area has a subtropical monsoon humid climate, suitable for the growth of various crops, with local specialties including rice, rapeseed, and sweet potatoes. A wind-and-rain bridge spans the Mengyan River, just 0.5 kilometers away from the Mangling village settlement. A mountain song festival is held here every year, attracting up to tens of thousands of participants who come to sing and dance. The Mengyan–Dili Highway runs in front of the mountain, making transportation very convenient.

Qifeng Mountain Temple faces south and was first built in the 54th year of the Qianlong reign during the Qing Dynasty (1790). It includes a Guan Yu Hall, a Guanyin Hall, a kitchen, and side rooms, all constructed of wood, along with three bluestone steles. The temple covers a total area of 280 square meters. The Guan Yu Hall is a typical Dong-style drum tower structure, with a plaque hanging above inscribed with the three large characters “Qifeng Mountain.” The hall enshrines a statue of Guan Yu. The main hall is the Guanyin Hall, which houses the Bodhisattva Guanyin. The central courtyard features an earthen flower stand that nurtures seasonal plants and flowers, filling the air with fragrance. During festivals, worshippers flock to the temple in an endless stream. The site suffered damage during the Cultural Revolution but was rebuilt in the 1980s. The temple holds certain value for the study of religious culture.