Randeng Temple

　　Randeng Temple, anciently known as Shauzu Mountain, earned its name from the passing of the Buddha of Infinite Light (Ran Deng Fo), the patriarch of Buddhism, who attained nirvana here. It is a Buddhist temple within the Tiantai Mountain National Key Scenic Area. Legend has it that Randeng Temple was first built during the Northern and Southern Dynasties period. From the Dada years of the Song Dynasty onward, golden statues of various deities were crafted, and for many years, the incense offerings have never ceased among devout worshippers. Through successive dynasties, the temple underwent renovations and expansions, and by the Qing Dynasty, the temple complex included a total of seventeen halls, pavilions, and towers spread across the mountain ridge, forming a grand and majestic ancient architectural ensemble. It was enclosed by city walls adorned with battlements, featuring a south gate and a north gate. The entire structure was exquisitely built and splendidly decorated. Inside the temple grounds, there were over a hundred wooden carvings and clay sculptures of Buddhas, each with unique expressions and lifelike details. The calligraphy and murals on the walls of the halls were captivating, offering endless visual delight. Towering ancient cypresses and lush shrubs added boundless charm to the serene surroundings, perfectly harmonizing the cultural and natural landscapes, making it widely renowned far and wide.