Longshan Temple (Zhuzhou)

Longshan Temple () is a Buddhist temple located in Hetang District, Zhuzhou, Hunan, China.

History

Longshan Temple was originally built in the reign of Emperor Wu of Liang (464–549).

Due to war and natural disasters Longshan Temple has been rebuilt numerous times since then, respectively in the Wanli period (1573–1620) of the Ming dynasty (1368–1644) and the seventh year (1881) of Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911).

The present version of Longshan Temple was completed in 2003.

Architecture

The existing main buildings include the Shanmen, Four Heavenly Kings Hall, Mahavira Hall, Hall of Guanyin, Bell tower, Drum tower, Dharma Hall, Dining Room, etc.

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