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Free! This millennium-old temple left me speechless with awe

I rarely use "awe" to describe a temple, let alone one that's free! In Shaoguan, Guangdong, besides Nanhua Temple, this Donghua Zen Temple impressed me even more⛰️ ▪️ Millennium-old temple with profound heritage Over 1600 years old, flourishing during the Tang and Song dynasties✨ The Sixth Patriarch Huineng once practiced here and renamed it "Donghua Temple" Rebuilt in modern times, it is simple yet grand, full of Zen spirit ▪️ Surrounded by mountains, picturesque scenery🏞️ Encircled by unique peaks, dotted with cherry blossoms, elegant architecture Not only a sacred place for practice but also a sanctuary for the soul ▪️ Completely free, full of sincerity🎉 Tickets, parking, incense burning, vegetarian meals, and accommodation are all free! Vegetarian meal time: 11:30, left side of the Mahavira Hall Accommodation: Book via WeChat official account, stay up to 3 days (longer stays require volunteering) 📍 Address: Donghua Zen Temple, Longxian Town, Wengyuan, Shaoguan 🚌 Transportation: High-speed train to Shaoguan Station → Bus to Longxian Town → Taxi This place is more than just a temple; it’s a journey of spiritual healing. If you’re in Guangdong, why not come and visit~
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