Fuxi Temple

The spicy hot pot of Tianshui has become explosively popular, even attracting 'southern little potatoes' from thousands of miles away to come and taste it. Since you're here, how can you miss these must-visit attractions? The picture shows the beautiful scenery of the ancient city of Tianshui. Below is a carefully arranged three-day tour itinerary: Day 1: Tianshui - Fuxi Temple - Hu's Residence - Tianshui City Museum - Nanguo Temple - Ancient City of Tianshui; Day 2: Tianshui - Maijishan - Xianrenya - Jingtusi; Day 3: Tianshui - Wushan Shuilian Cave - Lashao Temple - Gangu Daxiang Mountain. Introduction to Maijishan: Maijishan, this peak located at the western end of the Qinling Mountains, is not only a national scenic spot and a 5A-level tourist attraction but also a key national cultural heritage site. It is situated in the Xiaolong Mountain forest area of the eastern section of the Western Qinling Mountains and is named for its shape, which resembles a wheat stack. The mountain is 142 meters high, with a Sui Dynasty relic brick pagoda standing at the top, surrounded by ancient white pine trees. Carved into the cliffs are 209 caves spanning over 1600 years, containing 7866 clay and stone sculptures and more than 1300 square meters of murals, making the Maijishan Grottoes one of China's four major grottoes, hailed as the 'exhibition hall of Eastern sculpture'. Introduction to Fuxi Temple: Tianshui Fuxi Temple, also known as 'Taihao Palace', is a temple complex built during the Ming and Qing dynasties specifically for the worship of Fuxi, the cultural progenitor of the Chinese nation. It was founded in the 19th year of the Chenghua period of the Ming Dynasty (1483 AD) and covers a total area of 35,000 square meters. It is the most completely preserved and earliest temple dedicated to Fuxi in China, known as 'the First Temple of Huaxia'. It has been listed as a key national cultural heritage site and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. Introduction to Daxiang Mountain: Gangu Daxiang Mountain is located 2.5 kilometers southwest of the county seat of Gangu County, Tianshui City, Gansu Province, on the Wenqi Mountain at the western end of the Qinling Mountains. It is a key national cultural heritage site and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. It is an important cultural relic in the southeastern part of Gansu on the ancient Silk Road, combining the artistic charm of grottoes and ancient architecture. Introduction to Shuilian Cave: The Shuilian Cave Grottoes of Wushan were first built during the Later Qin period of the Sixteen Kingdoms and were constructed through the Northern Wei, Northern Zhou, Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, Song, and Yuan dynasties. The main attractions include Shuilian Cave, Lashao Temple, and Thousand Buddha Cave, all of which are key national cultural heritage sites. Shuilian Cave is located on the cliff on the east side of the axe-shaped Shifu Mountain, a natural arch cave about 50 meters long, 30 meters high, and 20 meters deep. During the rainy season, the spring water and rainwater from the top and walls of the cave converge and flow down, forming a waterfall like a string of pearls, hence the name Shuilian Cave.

🌟 Three-day tour in Tianshui, explore the culture and scenery of Fuxi's hometown! 🌄 **Day 1: Maijishan Grottoes—Fuxi Temple** - **Morning**: 🏞️ Depart from the city center to the World Cultural Heritage site—Maijishan Grottoes. It's recommended to set off early to avoid the crowds and the scorching sun. - **Noon**: 🍜 Taste Tianshui's special noodle dishes, such as beef noodles and rolled noodles, at a restaurant near Maijishan Grottoes. "Maijishan Noodle House" is recommended. - **Afternoon**: 🏯 After visiting Maijishan Grottoes, head to Fuxi Temple to learn about the story of Fuxi, the cultural progenitor in ancient Chinese mythology. - **Evening**: 🍲 Return to the city center and taste more authentic snacks around Tianshui People's Square, such as lamb soup with bread and cold noodles. **Day 2: Tianshui Museum—Nanguo Temple** - **Morning**: 🏺 Visit Tianshui Museum, which houses a large collection of precious cultural relics, especially the sculpture of a horse galloping across a flying swallow. - **Noon**: 🍴 Find a well-reviewed restaurant in the city, such as "Qinzhou Old Street", to taste more local delicacies. - **Afternoon**: 🍃 Head to Nanguo Temple to experience the tranquility and solemnity of this thousand-year-old ancient temple. - **Evening**: ☕️ You can choose to continue exploring the food at Tianshui night market or enjoy a leisurely time in a coffee shop in the city. **Day 3: Immortal Cliff—Tianshui Folk Culture Expo Park** - **Morning**: 🏔️ Head to Immortal Cliff to explore this scenic area that combines natural and cultural landscapes. - **Noon**: 🍽️ Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in the Immortal Cliff scenic area and taste local specialty dishes. - **Afternoon**: 🎭 Visit Tianshui Folk Culture Expo Park to understand the folk culture and traditional handicrafts of the Gansu region. - **Evening**: 🚶 End your pleasant trip to Tianshui, return to the city center or head to the train station/bus station to prepare to leave. **Food Recommendations:** 1. **"Maijishan Noodle House"** - 🍜 Taste authentic noodle dishes such as beef noodles and rolled noodles. 2. **"Qinzhou Old Street"** - 🍴 Various Tianshui specialty dishes in an antique environment. 3. **Tianshui Night Market** - 🍢 Lamb soup with bread, cold noodles, barbecue skewers, and a variety of snacks are available. **Tips:** - 🌞 The climate in Tianshui is dry, please remember to hydrate and apply sunscreen. - 👟 Some attractions are quite large, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. - 🍁 Respect local customs and keep the environment clean. Take this guide with you on your journey to Tianshui and experience the unique charm of this ancient city! ✨🌈

Fuxi, a cultural progenitor of the Chinese nation and one of the Three Sovereigns, is also the righteous deity blessing the state, and the earliest creator god recorded in our country's literature. The Fuxi Temple faces south with its back to the north, built along the street, with courtyards nested within each other, comprising four sets of courtyards, both vast and serene. The ancient architecture within the temple includes a total of 10 structures: the opera tower, archway, main gate, ceremonial gate, Pre-Heaven Hall, Taiji Hall, bell tower, drum tower, and the Coming Crane Hall; the new buildings include the morning room, stele corridor, exhibition hall, etc., totaling 6 structures. There are 76 rooms in both old and new buildings combined. The entire architectural complex, including the archway, main gate, ceremonial gate, Pre-Heaven Hall, and Taiji Hall, is arranged in sequence along the central axis, advancing layer by layer. Scenic Area Ticket Ticket Price The ticket price for the Fuxi Temple scenic area is 20 yuan. Discount Policy Half-price ticket Children over 1.2 meters (excluding) and under 18 years of age (including) enjoy half-price tickets Seniors aged 60 to 70 enjoy half-price tickets Elementary and middle school students and full-time undergraduate students with a student ID enjoy half-price tickets Citizens with a Tianshui local ID card enjoy half-price tickets Free ticket Seniors with an old-age certificate issued by the Gansu Provincial People's Government, and nationals over 70 years old enjoy free admission Active military personnel enjoy free admission Disabled persons enjoy free admission Journalists with a press card issued by the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television enjoy free admission Opening Hours Fuxi Temple is open all year from 08:00 to 17:40. Transportation Route Bus Route Take Tianshui bus routes 21, 22, 84, or 88 and get off at Fuxi Temple station.

😋 Tianshui's spicy hot pot has ignited the passion for a whole city~ But spicy hot pot is not all there is to Gansu's Tianshui! Hidden behind it are the stunning natural scenery and a long history and culture 👍🏻 You must check out these attractions in Tianshui to make your trip worthwhile~ - 📍 Maijishan Grottoes The grottoes carved on the cliffs require walking on narrow and steep ancient plank roads, with spectacular grotto statues on one side and the soaring cliffs on the other ✨ There are two routes, and it is recommended to take Route 1 to see more grottoes~ Route 2 is more stable, suitable for children and the elderly - 📍 Nanguo Temple The temple has ancient cypresses over 2500 years old, and the three courtyards, buildings, and walls are all well-preserved ancient structures! With nearly a thousand years of history, it is a very quiet and elegant place~ - 📍 Xianren Cliff Located northeast of Maijishan, there are three cliffs, five peaks, and six temples, mainly to see the three cliffs ✨ Follow the order of 'West Cliff - East Cliff - South Cliff' to visit, a less popular attraction with fewer people and beautiful scenery~ - 📍 Fuxi Temple The birthplace of Fuxi and the cradle of Fuxi culture, a microcosm of Chinese civilization, witnesses the history of Tianshui, and the Fuxi Ceremony is held here every year - 📍 Guan'e Gully Composed of Guanzhu Gully, Eman Gully, and Legu Mountain, all featuring natural scenery of green mountains and clear waters ✨ Guanzhu Gully is mainly known for the Guan'e Heavenly Waterfall, while Eman Gully has the small 'Ze Dang Cuo' Heavenly Pool - 📍 Xi Xia Song A deep canyon with emerald green waters, surrounded by layers of forests on both sides, very mysterious and quiet, with clear air and cool temperatures, it is a particularly suitable place for walking and enjoying the mountains and waters~ - 😋 Food Recommendations: ✨ Tianshui's spicy hot pot! No need to go to a specific restaurant, any place near residential areas or school gates is delicious! 👍🏻 In addition to spicy hot pot, the 'Eight Big Bowls', Tianshui pot, guagua, and cold noodles are all very tasty! - 💡 Travel tips: Tianshui does not have a subway, only buses or taxis for transportation, and the attractions are quite scattered

In Tianshui, an ancient city, the Fuxi Temple is a must-visit destination on my trip. In the morning, I tasted the local specialty of spicy hot pot🌶️, whose numbing and spicy flavor danced on my taste buds, adding the first splash of color to my journey. Afterward, with a satisfied heart, I stepped through the threshold of the Fuxi Temple🚪. The entrance fee for the Fuxi Temple is affordable, only 20 yuan per person💰. As soon as I entered, I was captivated by the lush ancient tree on the right🌳. The guide told me that this tree has weathered a thousand years of wind and rain, witnessing the changes of history, which made me respect it profoundly🙇. Walking along the stone-paved road, the grand hall gradually came into view🏯. On the east side of the hall, there is a small and exquisite museum🏛️, displaying ancient relics unearthed from this land, each seemingly telling an ancient story🗿. Continuing further, several more halls dedicated to the worship of Fuxi came into sight. Here, I felt the profound cultural heritage and the weight of history📜. Each visit felt like a dialogue with history, deepening my understanding of this city🤔.

📍Tianshui·Fuxi Temple (4A) 🔎Fuxi Temple, originally named Taihao Palace and commonly known as Renzong Temple, is one of the famous ancient architectural complexes in Northwest China. It was built during the Ming Dynasty and is the largest Fuxi sacrificial building complex in China. 🔸There is also a Fuxi Temple in Zhoukou, Henan, but there are differences between the two. The Fuxi Temple in Tianshui is because Emperor Xi's birthplace and cultural cradle are in Tianshui, while the one in Zhoukou, Henan, is Emperor Xi's mausoleum, also known as Taihao Mausoleum. It is said that Taihao Mausoleum has existed since the Spring and Autumn period.

In Tianshui, this leisurely paced small city, the aroma of history and culture is overflowing🍃📖. Spending a lazy weekend here, exploring its profound charm, is definitely a treat✨. **Day-1:** In the morning, we couldn't wait to rush to Maijishan🏞️, the heart of Tianshui, worthy of our time to savor for most of the day. From a distance, the mountains look like waves, and the nearby plank roads are thrilling at every step. The thickness of history and the delicacy of art can be fully enjoyed here, especially for a traveler like me who is obsessed with sculptures and murals, time seems to stand still here⏳🖌️. The way to get there is simple and convenient, starting from Tianshui South Station, taking a taxi or a bus are good choices🚕🚌. I chose a path along Route 37, enjoying the scenery along the way, each step filled with surprises. In the afternoon, we strolled to the Tianshui Botanical Garden, which is located within Maijishan, but its unique ice waterfall landscape and the rare yew trees are unforgettable❄️🌲. Time seems to stretch here, each breath filled with the fragrance of nature. As night falls, we arrived at the locally famous Fatty Fish Hot Pot🍲, a paradise for food lovers. Despite the crowds, the unique taste made the wait worthwhile. The spicy and fresh fish meat dances on the tongue, leaving an unforgettable impression. At night, we walked through Tianshui Ancient City🌆, the night view was picturesque, and we gently walked past the Fuxi Temple, as if traveling through time and space, having a close encounter with history. **Day-2:** In the early morning, the special breakfast at Yusheng Alley awaited our exploration🥐🍜, each food item rich with local flavor, satisfying to the fullest. After a hearty meal, we visited the North and South Mansions🏡, experiencing the charm of a Ming Dynasty official's residence. Although the underground passage remained unexplored, the freely open mansion still conveyed a strong historical and cultural atmosphere. Next, the itinerary included the Fuxi Temple and the Tianshui Museum🏛️, with the ancient dragon and phoenix windows and the little red figures inside the temple, each detail touching. The fragrance of the blooming wintersweet added a special touch to the journey. In the afternoon, we chose a hotpot restaurant with a unique flavor🍲, which was memorable. Afterwards, we went to the Industrial Museum🏭, where the design was stunning, giving a deeper understanding of Tianshui's industrial development. Tianshui, this small city, with its unique rhythm and melody, tells stories of history📚. Every step seems to find its place in the river of time. From ancient temples to modern industrial relics, from the quiet botanical garden to the bustling streets, Tianshui shows the diverse and harmonious life of a city in its own way🌆🌿. Here, you can meet history in the morning light and converse with culture in the night. Every bite of authentic food, every deeply touching scenery, intoxicates🍲🌄. Tianshui is not just a simple travel destination, it's more like a container of stories, carrying countless travelers' dreams and memories🌈💼. When leaving, it's not only the beautiful scenery that comes to mind, but also the warm human touch encountered along the way. Tianshui's slow pace gives travelers enough time to savor the beauty of life and feel the charm of every detail✨. This journey is not just a cursory glance, but a purification of the soul. In this city, I found the long-lost tranquility and experienced the diversity of life. Tianshui, this name, will forever be etched in my memory📔❤️. I hope everyone who enters Tianshui can leave with a heart full of gains and emotions, just like I did. This is a place worth experiencing and feeling with your heart. In this fast-paced era, let's slow down and quietly feel the pulse of history with Tianshui, enjoying the warmth of life🚶‍♂️🍃.

🌞 The itinerary for the second day is as follows: Depart from the hotel and head to the picturesque Maiji Mountain🏞, then visit the Immortal Cliff🧗‍♂, and finally, don't miss the tranquil Jingtusi Temple⛩. The route is conveniently accessible by public transport, so even non-self-driving tourists can easily visit these spots. Start early to comfortably cover all three attractions in one day without pressure! Since the attractions are quite peaceful, you also have the chance to taste authentic local wild vegetables🥦🥕 at a nearby farmhouse, offering a unique flavor! 🌅 The first day's itinerary is as follows: Early in the morning, Yusheng Alley is already bustling. Why not enjoy a hearty breakfast here🍳🥐? Master Wu's guagua and mianpi are my favorites🥟, paired with Xiaowu's crispy cakes and a bowl of fragrant apricot tea🍵, it will definitely keep you energized all day! Right after, you can take a leisurely walk to the Fuxi Temple and experience the charm of ancient culture🏰�� statues. 🍜 For lunch, you can choose from special dishes such as Yuannv spicy hot pot, Yingbin Building, or Tianshui's Eight Great Bowls🌶🍲. I highly recommend the sour and spicy pork loin, Tianshui mixed stew, and Tianshui liquor plate, which are unforgettable! 🌆 In the afternoon, you can stroll around the Nanbei houses and then try a cup of Gansu's special milk tea🥤. Tianpengzi milk tea and Manfu lemon are must-try local options, refreshing and invigorating! If you prefer a refreshing taste, go for the Manfu lemon with your eyes closed, you won't be disappointed🍋✨. 🚶‍♂ After dinner, you can take a walk along the Jihe scenic route and enjoy the natural scenery along the way🌅. On the way, you can visit Fat Fish🐠, where the queue is always long, so it's advised to go early to secure a spot. For those who don't eat spicy food, the sauerkraut pot is a good choice, while those who love spice shouldn't miss the spicy pot, and the mild spicy option is also a great choice🌶🍲. Heping spicy hot pot is also a local delicacy, with a variety of options to suit individual tastes. 🌙 As night falls, the ancient city's night scene has its own charm, suitable for a leisurely walk to feel the nighttime atmosphere of Tianshui🏮🌃. 🌜 For those who love late-night snacks, the Guangming Alley night market is not to be missed! There are a variety of snack stalls, overwhelming with different aromas, sure to satisfy your taste buds👅🍢. 🔔 Additionally, there are some secret gourmet recommendations generously shared: Huijia rolled noodles and Tianyuan pepper Kanto cooking, among others, are delicious treats not to be missed, with more recommendations available for exchange in the comments section💬📲. I hope this guide will make your trip to Tianshui full of food and fun! Wishing you a pleasant journey!🎉🎈

Fuxi and Nuwa are the ancestors of the Chinese nation. The clan leader Fuxi in the Neolithic Age led the early people to hunt, cultivate, make medicine, and open up trigrams, promoting the economic and cultural development of the tribe. The tradition of worshiping Fuxi began in the State of Qin during the Warring States Period. The Qin people originated from Tianshui, and Fuxi also originated from Tianshui, which was known as Chengji in ancient times. The Fuxi Temple built in the Ming Dynasty retains the wooden ancient architecture, the weathered and mottled wooden carvings and wooden pillars, the rusted bell tower and drum tower, telling the cultural tradition of the descendants of Yan and Huang seeking their roots and asking their ancestors. From Qin to Qing, for two thousand years, Tianshui has never left the vision of history. The rich remains of the prehistoric civilization period prove the long history. The Maijishan Grottoes excavated by the Later Qin of the Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties, even more amazed the world. The tea-horse trade in the Ming and Qing Dynasties made this place active between the Central Plains and the northern nomadic peoples. As the descendants of the dragon in the year of the dragon, worshiping the ancestors of the Chinese nation in the Fuxi Temple has a special significance. 🇨🇳Appreciate the five thousand years of Huaxia, inherit the Chinese civilization

|Pray___Check in at Fuxi Temple～. Fuxi Temple, also known as Renzong Temple, was built between the 19th and 20th years of the Ming Dynasty (1483-1484), and has undergone nine renovations to form the grand architectural complex it is today. This temple is not only the temple in China that has a statue of Fuxi, but also the place of worship for Fuxi, the first emperor in ancient legends. Fuxi Temple is built along the street, with courtyards nested within each other, four entrances and four courtyards, vast and deep, demonstrating the solemnity and majesty of traditional Chinese architecture. The ancient buildings in the temple include the theater building, the archway, the main gate, the ceremonial gate, the Xiantian Hall, the Taiji Hall, the bell tower, the drum tower, the Laihe Hall, etc., a total of 10 buildings, each carefully crafted and unique. The entire architectural complex faces north to south, advancing layer by layer, showing the charm of architectural art. Every year on the sixteenth day of the first lunar month, which is Fuxi's birthday, people from the surrounding area will come here with their old and young to worship and sacrifice to the 'Ancestor'. On that day, the precious candles are brilliant, the incense is lingering, the bells and drums are ringing, the good men and women are extremely devout, and the temple is filled with a solemn and solemn atmosphere. Fuxi Temple is not only a holy place for ancestor worship, but also a place for cultural inheritance. Here, people can feel the weight of history and culture, and experience the power of faith and devotion.

I used to know Tianshui, which is named after the legend of 'Tianhe pouring water', for its world-famous Maijishan, one of the four major grottoes in China, and the famous geographical indication product Hua Niu apple. But it was not until I actually arrived in Tianshui, located on the southeastern edge of Gansu Province, that I was amazed to find that it was the birthplace of Fuxi and Nuwa, the ancestors of Chinese civilization. The Fuxi Temple on Fuxi Road in the West Gate of Qincheng District of Tianshui City is currently the largest and best-preserved Ming Dynasty architectural complex commemorating one of the three ancient emperors, Fuxi, known as the 'First Temple of China'. The Fuxi Temple, originally named Taihao Palace and commonly known as Renzong Temple, was built between the 19th and 20th years of the Chenghua period of the Ming Dynasty (1483-1484), and has undergone nine renovations, forming a large-scale architectural complex, one of the famous ancient architectural complexes in the northwest of China. The Fuxi Temple faces north and is built facing the street, with courtyards nested within each other, four entrances and four courtyards, vast and deep. The ancient buildings in the temple include 10 buildings: the theater building, the archway, the main gate, the ceremonial gate, the Xiantian Hall, the Taiji Hall, the bell tower, the drum tower, and the Laihe Hall; the new buildings include 6 buildings: the morning room, the stele corridor, and the exhibition hall. There are a total of 76 rooms in the new and old buildings. Since Fuxi is the first emperor in ancient legends, the architectural complex is in the form of a palace, and it is the largest Fuxi sacrificial architectural complex in the country. The entire architectural complex includes the archway, the main gate, the ceremonial gate, the Xiantian Hall, and the Taiji Hall arranged in order along the longitudinal axis, advancing layer by layer, solemn and majestic.

Maybe I personally like Chinese traditional culture, whether it is architecture or folklore or other things. When I see these monuments that have been lived from the past to the present, I am very pleased and helpless. Our long history has nurtured and accumulated the essence of culture. In this fast-paced era, it has been heavily smeared and repackaged. As long as it can earn a point, it will be overwhelmed without asking history. Especially those most influential cities, famous towns, famous streets and even famous people, famous works, etc. are hard to escape. Although I don't understand ancient architectural design, the traditional culture that belongs to China can be embodied in architecture, folklore, famous works, even ancient tombs, funerary objects, etc., and these are the precipitation of the Chinese civilization for five thousand years. Even if modern civilization develops rapidly, don't forget that there is no accumulation of traditional culture, and where is the development of modern civilization? So, if you go to Tianshui, you must not miss the Fuxi Temple, the ancestor of the Chinese people.