Hefei - Temple of Bao

(Local Name: Baogong Ci) The Temple of Bao (Baogong Ci) - in the southeast of the town, at the western end of tranquil Baohe Gongyuan Park - was built in 1882 on the foundations of a 14th C temple and restored in 1946. It stands on the spot where Bao Zheng (999-1062), a native of Hefei and holder of various high offices including those of prefect of Kaifeng and vice-minister, pursued his studies. He was very popular with the people because of his moral integrity and incorruptibility. He even condemned to death one of the Emperor's sons-in-law.

Near the temple is a well roofed over by a pavilion. Popular tradition has it that its water suits honest officials but gives corrupt ones a headache.