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Sights & Attractions --- Gui Yuan Temple

Gui Yuan Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple dating from the late Ming Dynasty, is an example of classic architecture commonly seen in southern China. Inside the temple is a huge hall containing 500 Luohans (also known as arhats or disciples) in different postures, each with a highly individualized facial expression. Some look experienced and astute, others jolly, angry, or complaisant; in other words, the expressions show the full spectrum of human feelings. There is also a large 105-ton Buddha sculpted of white stone--a gift from Burma in 1935.


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