Wula Ancient Sites | Xinjiang · Longxing Temple's Three Wonders: 5 Yuan to Climb the Tang Tower

| Xinjiang · Longxing Temple's Three Wonders: 5 Yuan to Climb the Tang Tower. Longxing Temple is probably the most famous attraction in Xinjiang County. After getting off the bus, I found that the square in the scenic area was under construction, but the old problem remained: it was rather rustic and had not formed a good synergy. Observations: There are three highlights and wonderful experiences in Longxing Temple. This article first writes about one of them, which is climbing the Tang Tower for 5 yuan! Longxing Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty and was originally named Biluo Temple. In the first year of Emperor Gaozong of Tang's Xianheng period (670 AD), it was renamed Longxing Temple. During the Song Dynasty, Emperor Taizu Zhao Kuangyin stayed here, converted the temple into a palace, and later the monks occupied it and restored the name Longxing Temple. Passing through the Mahavira Hall is the Longxing Temple Tower. From outside the scenic area, you can also see the Longxing Temple Tower standing like a crown on top of the hall, towering into the clouds. The Longxing Temple Tower faces south, was built in the Tang Dynasty, and originally had eight levels. The existing tower body was rebuilt after it collapsed in the 49th year of Qianlong (1784), covered with blue bricks, and increased to 13 levels, with a height of 42.4 meters. The plan is octagonal, with each side 4.3 meters long, and it is a pavilion-style brick tower. The temple preserves three stele inscriptions from the 47th year of Kangxi (1708) and the Republic of China period, and one stone pillar. There is also the spectacle of the tower emitting blue smoke. According to the 1941 'Reconstruction of Xinjiang Longxing Temple Stele Inscription,' in the first year of Guangxu (1875), 'the top of the tower emitted smoke, and the blue clouds rose straight up, which was a sign of success in the imperial examinations.' There are very few ancient towers in China that you can climb, and even fewer Tang towers. But in Longxing Temple, you only need to spend 5 yuan to climb this ancient tower. The inside of the tower is very cool and dark. Each level requires both hands and feet to climb. Carrying two cameras and a large bag made it extremely difficult for me. I was already sweating profusely after climbing just three levels. Fortunately, the scenery on each level is very good, and the experience of curling up to climb the tower is unique! Travel Tips: Transportation: Located in the center of Xinjiang County, you can take a bus or taxi. Nearby are the Xinjiang Catholic Church, Jiangzhou Hall, and Sanlou, which can all be visited in one trip. Tickets: Full price ticket 18 yuan, climbing the tower costs 5 yuan Opening hours: 9:00-16:00