Dawang Temple
Dawang Temple is a scenic area in Taiyuan, China.
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 大王庙
- City
- Taiyuan
- Coordinates
- 38.0472925, 112.7996557
About Dawang Temple
Dawang Temple is located in Xiguan Village, Chengguan Town, Yu County, Yangquan City, Shanxi Province. It was first built in the Jin Dynasty and was the palace of Zhao Wu, the Shangqing of Jin Dynasty in the Spring and Autumn Period. Dawang Temple faces south, with a length of 56.48 meters from north to south and a width of 62.63 meters from east to west, covering a total area of 3537 square meters. Arranged in order are the Zhaobi, the mountain gate (which also serves as a stage at the back), the main hall, and the sleeping palace. On both sides of the mountain gate are the second floor of bells and drums, and the stele corridor and the instrument gate are on the second floor. The existing building's dormitory building was originally built in the Jin Dynasty, the main hall was built in the Ming Dynasty, and the rest were built in the Qing Dynasty.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I visit Dawang Temple with a local guide?
Open the Taiyuan page on MeetPanda, choose a local guide, and send your date. The guide buys tickets, plans the order with nearby sights and explains what you are seeing.