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Shuanglin Temple, Pingyao

Historical Highlights: Originally named "Zhongdu Temple," it was rebuilt in the second year of Wuping during the Northern Qi Dynasty (571 AD). It was renamed "Shuanglin Temple" during the Song Dynasty, symbolizing the Buddha's "Parinirvana in the Twin Groves." The temple houses 2,052 colored sculptures, showcasing the finest works from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. It is acclaimed as the "Treasury of Eastern Colored Sculpture Art" and was inscribed as a World Cultural Heritage site along with Pingyao Ancient City in 1997. Visiting Hours: Peak season (April to October) 08:00-18:00; Off-season (November to March) 08:00-17:30. Recommended visit duration is 1.5-2 hours, with a focus on the Weituo statue in the Thousand Buddha Hall and the hanging sculptures of the Eighteen Arhats. Food Recommendations: Near the temple in Qiaotou Village, there is Xiankelai Restaurant (specializing in fried pork and vinegar eggs) and Fenghou Restaurant (famous for Pingyao beef), with an average cost of 30-50 RMB per person, offering great value. ✨Short Review: The millennium-old colored sculptures exude spiritual charm, and the vivid Weituo and Arhats come alive! After exploring history and art, savoring a bowl of authentic Shanxi flavor reveals that Pingyao’s essence is more than just its ancient city.
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