Qingxu Taoist Temple

Updated:2013-05-09 17:10
( chinadaily.com.cn)

Qingxu Taoist Temple (Qingxuguan)

Qingxu Taoist Temple (Qingxuguan) is the largest temple in Pingyao county, Shanxi province. It is located on the north side of Dongda Street. The temple was built in 657 during the Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907), and its original name was Taiping Temple.

It was named Qingxu Taoist Temple in 1064 during the Song Dynasty (AD 960-1279). It has been renamed several times since then, but got its name “Qingxu Taoist Temple” back in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912).

Over the years, many Taoist sculptures have disappeared, with only a few remaining. The temple was renovated into the Pingyao Museum in 1998.

The relics in the museum display Taoist culture and the history of Pingyao county. The museum also presents Pingyao’s ancient and splendid culture in a special artistic way.