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CHINESE TAOIST HOLY LAND

Maoshan is one of the holy sites of Taoism in China, with rich historical relics and numerous cultural relics. Maoshan Taoism, with a history of two thousand years, regards Sanmao Zhenjun as its founder and is the birthplace of the Shangqing School of Taoism, known as the "Shangqing Temple".

THE HISTORY OF MAOSHAN

The history of Maoshan can be traced back to ancient times. It is said that in ancient times, there were high-level hermits who practiced Taoism here, hence the name "Juqu Mountain". Later, during the Han Dynasty, the three brothers Maoying, Maogu, and Maozhong became immortals here and changed their name to "Maoshan". Since ancient times, Maoshan has been a holy land for Taoist practitioners, where numerous high Taoist virtues have left profound footprints and rich cultural heritage. After the Tang Dynasty, Maoshan became one of the centers of Taoist activities in the country, and its influence spread far and wide.

TAOIST CULTURE

The Taoist culture of Maoshan has a long and rich history. It is not only a religious belief, but also a philosophy of life and cultural heritage. Here, you can experience the philosophical concept of "unity of heaven and man" in Taoism and appreciate the attitude of "following the natural way of life". The Taoist architectural complex in Maoshan, such as Yuanyang Temple, Qianyuan Temple, Jiuxiao Wanfu Palace, etc., is quaint, solemn, and magnificent, with every brick and tile revealing the vicissitudes of history and the mystery of Taoism. These buildings are not only sacred sites for Taoist believers to worship, but also valuable resources for studying ancient Chinese architectural art and religious culture.

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