China is a one of the most mystical landscapes in the world, and is a nation shrouded in historical intrigue and spiritual significance. The country featured some of the oldest civilisations on the planet, and is one of the most devoutly Buddhist countries in existence. There are many significant Buddhist sites to explore in China, but one of the most fascinating is the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery.
This particular monastery is a fairly recent addition and was only founded in 1957. The temple is situated in Hong Kong, which means that if you’re travelling from afar, there’s a lot of accommodation to choose from, such as a service apartment Hong Kong has to offer with examples like The Mercer Hong Kong.
The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery was established by a monk named Yuet Kai who travelled from mainland China to spread teachings in 1933. After receiving the land as a donation, the temple was subsequently built, although the land was given to build a Buddhist college. Most of the temple was built by hand and was only completed in 1957, although it was in use a few years earlier.
Currently, the place, although referred to as a monastery, doesn’t function as one. Since it is run and managed by laymen. The statues in question were not all present during the time the temple was opened, and their installations were occurring well into the 21st century. Despite what the name suggests, the massive temple contains close to thirteen-thousand statues, which differ greatly in size as well as materials used. A lot of these statues are quite old, and originate from the Tang dynasty which existed from the 7th century to the 10th.
A visit to this temple would be a vital part of any Hong Kong adventure, and it would be a shame to visit this famed metropolitan landscape without checking out the famous Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery.
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