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Who is the first among the 480 temples of the Southern Dynasties?

Ancient Jiming Temple Ginkgo Buddhism vegetarian dishes autumn leaves blue sky Nanjing, this ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, has a long history and profound cultural heritage. In this city, there is a historic ancient temple - Jiming Temple Jiming Temple was built in the Liang Dynasty of the Southern Dynasties and has a history of more than 1500 years. It was one of the 480 temples in Nanjing at that time and is still well preserved. This temple has witnessed the changes of Nanjing city, experienced ups and downs, and still stands tall. Jiming Mountain, where Jiming Temple is located, is said to be named because the chickens on this mountain crow incessantly at dawn. The ancient trees in the temple reach the sky, the eaves are raised, and the surroundings are antique. The long bell sound comes from Jiming Temple, waking up this ancient city. This temple, because of its long history, has become one of the important historical relics in Nanjing. Looking far away from the tower, you can see the panoramic view of Nanjing, which is very beautiful. Every autumn, the ginkgo trees outside Jiming Temple also add a bit of vitality to this ancient temple. The golden ginkgo leaves whirl in the breeze, sprinkling mottled sunlight. This beautiful scene, with the ancient stone steps of the temple and the gray-green walls, forms a sharp contrast, both ancient and modern, with a very stunning visual effect.
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Posted: Mar 25, 2024
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