Miaozu Shinanmu Temple

Miaozu Shinanmu Temple

Miaozu Shinanmu Temple is a cultural tourism attraction.

Miaozu Shinanmu Temple is situated in Miaozu Mountain, which rises over 800 meters above sea level in Jiushu Town, nestled within the rugged mountain ranges of Zijin County. The temple has a long history and profound Buddhist heritage, complemented by breathtaking natural landscapes. The trail to the temple is built from dark, rugged stones and features 432 steps, flanked by ancient trees and vibrant flora. The natural ecology of Miaozu Mountain is pristine and mystical. The temple’s eaves and carved corners exude a classic, time-honored charm, and its Buddhist culture has deep historical roots.

Miaozu Shinanmu Temple was first built during the Northern Song Dynasty and has a history of 832 years. The temple enshrines a lotus throne of Guanyin Bodhisattva. According to *Golden Mountain and Iron Water*, the temple was renovated in 1932, destroyed in 1966, and later rebuilt in 1989 through voluntary donations from local villagers and compatriots in Hong Kong and Macau. It now includes an incense hall covering over 80 square meters and a main temple shrine. Beside the main hall are a stone bell and a stone drum, and within a stone cave on the left side of the hall lies a type of yellow soil, referred to by ancients as “Golden Yellow Powder,” believed to cure all ailments. Villagers often collect the soil to take home for later use.