Eight Great Sights - Temple of the Fragrant World

(Local Name: Xiangjie Si) The next and largest of the eight temples is the Temple of the Fragrant World (Xiangjie Si) originating from the Tang period (618-907) when it was called Pingpo Si. It was modernized in 1678 by Emperor Kangxi, and again in 1748 by Emperor Qianlong. At that time an imperial residence and a library for Buddhist manuscripts were founded here. In the main hall, which is flanked by the bell and drum towers, can be seen statues of Buddhas past, present and future.