About
Kaiyuan Temple stands on West Street in Licheng District, Quanzhou, in China's Fujian Province. It is one of the most important Buddhist temples in Fujian, and it is also known as Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple. The temple was founded in 686 AD, which gives it a long history of worship in a city that has long been a port.
What to see
The temple is best known for its twin pagodas, which are among the features visitors most often come to see. Its connections to the ancient maritime Silk Road also shape how the site is understood, since Quanzhou was one of the great trading ports on that route.
Planning a visit
- Address: 176 West Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China
- Phone: +86-595-22388585
- Setting: an active place of Buddhist worship in the old part of the city
Because it sits in Quanzhou, a visit to the temple pairs naturally with time spent exploring the city's other historic sites and its harbour heritage. For a visitor interested in religion, architecture, or the history of cross-sea trade, Kaiyuan Temple offers a focused and rewarding stop. It is worth checking the contact number before you go, to confirm arrangements for your visit.