Guangzong Temple

Shanxi


This Ming dynasty temple has features of both Chinese and Tibetan Buddhism, from the monks' robes to their prayers. The main hall is known as Bronze Tile Hall as it was rumoured to have bronze tiles on its roof at one time.


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