[2025 Chengdu Attraction] Travel Guide for Chunyang Taoist Temple (Updated Apr)

#chengdutrip Chengdu's Century-Old Ancient Architecture Reopens After 500 Days of Renovation! Chengdu's Pure Yang Guan has finally reopened after 502 days of renovation! It’s now accessible for visitors and is directly reachable via metro. If you tried to visit before, you may have encountered some frustrations as the site was closed for repairs — but now, it's all set for exploration. Located in Xinjin District, Pure Yang Guan is known as "the first loyal and filial Confucian temple in both ancient and modern times." This historically rich site was originally built during the Qing Dynasty (under the Xianfeng era), expanded during the Guangxu period, and further extended during the Republican era. It is now listed as a Sichuan Provincial Cultural Heritage Site (and rumored to be preparing for inclusion in the National Heritage list). What Makes Pure Yang Guan Special? First in Four Ways: Longest Loyalty and Filial Piety Story Mural: The Loyalty and Filial Piety Pavilion features a mural detailing the longest narrative of loyalty and filial piety in the world, with sculptures depicting characters and their stories. "The First Confucian Temple": It is recognized as the largest Confucian temple in Western Sichuan during the Republic of China era, and it now serves as a Cultural Park dedicated to Loyalty and Filial Piety, featuring an exhibition hall. Largest Brick-Wood Structure Pavilion: The most striking feature is its two symmetrical, large brick-wood pavilions, each 33.8 meters high with three-tiered eaves and octagonal, sharp-tipped roofs. Chengdu's First Bell: The "Yuqing Daoist Temple" houses a 7,000-jin bell made from gold, silver, copper, iron, and tin. This massive bell is located in front of the Lüzu Hall. #travel

#favouriteitinerary 🏛️ Chunyang Temple Museum – A Hidden Cultural Gem in Xinjin, Chengdu 🌿✨ The Chunyang Temple Museum in Xinjin District, Chengdu, is a fascinating site blending Taoist culture, history, and architecture. Originally a Taoist temple, it has been transformed into a museum showcasing local heritage, ancient artifacts, and religious relics. Why Visit? 🛕 Rich Taoist History – Learn about Lü Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals in Taoism. 🎨 Traditional Architecture – Admire the intricate wooden carvings, serene courtyards, and classic Chinese temple design. 📜 Cultural Exhibits – Discover ancient scriptures, calligraphy, and Taoist artifacts. 🌳 Peaceful Ambience – A tranquil retreat away from the city, perfect for reflection and relaxation. Visitor Info 📍 Location: Xinjin District, Chengdu, China ⏰ Opening Hours: Typically 9 AM – 5 PM (check locally for updates) 🎟️ Admission: Usually free or low-cost Whether you're a history enthusiast, Taoist culture admirer, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, Chunyang Temple Museum offers a unique glimpse into Chengdu’s spiritual and cultural heritage! ✨ #travel #Chengdu

Weather is usually bad during the Lunar New Year, but today is nice, so I went on a day trip to Xinjin. Get off at Rulin Station on Metro Line 10, and walk for 10 minutes to Chunyang Temple. It's so convenient. I also had lunch at a popular restaurant nearby, with pig's trotters, steamed ribs, and assorted side dishes. It was delicious and affordable, and I felt like I was in a small town. Chunyang Temple is known as the "First Loyal and Filial Rulin in Ancient and Modern Times." It was built during the Republic of China, and has a certain history. It has been rebuilt well, with a grand architectural style, vivid sculptures, and a strong culture of loyalty and filial piety. It's worth a visit. Then I walked along the Min River to Wujin Lang Bridge, and looked into the distance from the bridge. Mount Laojun was right in front of me. I walked through the streets and alleys of Wujin Street, feeling the aftertaste of the Lunar New Year in Xinjin, and finally returned to Chengdu from Wujin Metro Station.

After being closed for nearly 500 days, a century-old building in Chengdu finally reopened two months ago. The pavilions, red walls, black tiles, and flying eaves inside the building are full of ancient charm, making it a great place to stroll, take photos, and drink tea. . The building is known as the "First Loyal and Filial Confucian Forest of Ancient and Modern Times." It was built during the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty and was later repaired and expanded. It was also the largest brick and wood structure complex in western Sichuan during the Republic of China. . 📍Address: Chunyangguan Museum, Chengdu 🎫Tickets: Free 🚆Subway: Take Line 10 to Rulin Station, then walk for about 15 minutes from Exit B, or ride a shared bike for a few minutes. . 1️⃣Chunyangguan Highlights ✔️Qianlong Opera Stage: There is a unique ancient opera stage on the right-hand side of the entrance. ✔️Poetry Stele: There are more than 40 stone carvings, wood carvings, couplets, and other calligraphy works in the building, all of which were created by famous calligraphers from Sichuan. ✔️Mural The Loyal and Filial Piety Pavilion has the longest mural of loyal and filial piety stories in the world. ✔️Dazhong Pavilion/Zhixiao Pavilion The largest brick and wood pavilion in Sichuan, with a three-eave octagonal helmet top, houses 48 statues of loyal and filial piety figures from various dynasties (including Zhuge Liang, Li Mi, etc.), all of which are vividly depicted. ✔️The First Bell in Chengdu The Wanyuan Jiuku Bell of the Yuqing Taoist Temple in the Republic of China is nearly a hundred years old and is the treasure of the museum. The bell weighs 7,000 jin and is made of gold, silver, copper, iron, and tin. . 2️⃣Photography: The red walls, wintersweet, and arch bridges inside the building are full of ancient charm, making it a great place for Hanfu and ancient costume photography. . 3️⃣Dining and Tea: 🍱Vegetarian: CNY 20/person, 11:30 am–1:00 pm 🍵Tea: CNY 10/person . 4️⃣Nearby Attractions Laojun Mountain, Taiping Old Street, Baiyun Temple; if you have enough time, you can plan a day trip.