Ruiyun Temple

Time：2024-09-27 11:30:00

Surrounded by mountains, the temple complex resembles a fortress, making it a auspicious and fortunate site. Ruiyun Temple was originally built in 535 AD during the Southern and Northern Dynasties (during the reign of Emperor Wu of Liang, Xiao Yan), with a history spanning 1,484 years. It was originally named Huangcang Temple. During the Northern Song Dynasty (in 989 AD, during the reign of Emperor Taizong, Zhao Guangyi), it was renamed "Ruiyun Temple." Why is it called "Ruiyun Temple"? Because when Emperor Gaozu Liu Bang of Han hid in the Huangcang Cave behind the temple, there were often auspicious clouds hovering above the entrance. The three characters "Ruiyun Temple" were inscribed by Zhao Puchu, the former president of the China Buddhist Association. Attentive visitors may count the steps leading into the temple. There are seven steps, symbolizing the seven-story pagoda, or seven-tiered Buddhist tower. Ascending these seven steps symbolizes climbing up a seven-tiered Buddhist tower and receiving the blessings of the Buddha.