Chinese Medical Sage Cultural Park
The Fengshan Medicine King Temple (commonly known as Fengwo Temple), located in Wangcun, Dasi Town, Xiqing District, Tianjin, was first built in the second year of the Yongchun era of the Tang Dynasty (683 AD), over 1,300 years ago. It has been repaired many times throughout history, with a major renovation in 1997. The overall architectural complex is grand and exquisite, with pavilions and halls arranged in an orderly and harmonious layout, exuding an ancient and serene atmosphere.
The temple complex mainly consists of: the mountain gate, front hall, middle hall, rear hall, east and west side halls, as well as a bell tower and drum tower. It covers a total area of 10,000 square meters, with a built-up area of 3,000 square meters. It is considered a uniquely large and distinctive ancient architectural complex in Tianjin. The temple primarily displays statues of Chinese sages, ancient worthies, Buddhist deities, and medicinal saints who have made outstanding contributions to the Chinese nation since ancient times.
Despite the vicissitudes of time, worship activities at the Fengshan Medicine King Temple have never ceased. During temple fair periods (from the 20th to the 28th of the fourth lunar month), worshippers from North China and overseas Chinese communities in Southeast Asia often come to pay their respects. It is currently the largest monastery-style architectural complex in the Tianjin area. It has now been transformed into the "Chinese Medical Sage Park," evolving into a cultural and educational tourism destination that promotes traditional Chinese medical culture and integrates knowledge, education, and sightseeing.
Xiqing District, Tianjin
Address: Wangcun, Dasi Town, Xiqing District
Phone: 83960140
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