Highlights of ancient architecture in Tai'an

2. Bixia Temple

The nationally known Bixia Temple of Taoism sits on the southern summit of Mount Tai. Established in 1009, it was expanded and renovated in the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties.

It is made up of 12 major buildings with 360 bronze tiles, which represent the 365 days of a year. In the very middle of the hall is a statue of the Goddess Bixia, which was created in the Ming Dynasty. Bixia was worshiped on Mount Tai and was a popular patron saint of the local people.

The temple was chosen as one of the 21 important national Taoist temples by the State Council in 1983 and is a State-level major cultural relic preservation site.

Address: Mount Tai Scenic Area No 54 Hongmen Road, Taishan district, Tai'an, Shandong

Opening hours: 7:30 am-5 pm

Ticket price: 5 yuan

Bixia Temple. [Photo/VCG]