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There are many spectacular views in here.
Each spot has been elaborately designed by Master
Hun Yuan through the concept and principles of
Yi
Ching and Feng Shui. Wherever you are, you will
feel peacefully in your mind and be touched by
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The well-placed line and curve of stairway, with tall and
luxuriant pine trees on both sides, gently leads you to the main gate of
Hsien Fo Temple from the parking lot. At the top of the stairs, there
are the Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva statues standing around the lotus pond
to greet you and welcome you. The waterfall in the pond slowly move
the water toward the direction of main entrance, along with some fish
and the reflected blue sky in the pond, symbolizes the devoutness of
Buddhists from all the places.
Once entering the big main gate, the Da Hsiung Bo Dian is right
in front of you. In there, the followers worship the Amitabha
Buddha, Wang Chan Lao Tzu and Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. You
may meditate in the Bo Dian and see if you can have the spiritual
connection with the Buddhas.
There is a Dragon Fountain located at the dragon direction from
Da Hsiung Bo Dian. The Fountain has the blessings from all
the Buddhas in Hsien Fo Temple.
At some distance away, the Chiu Chiu Feng can be viewed from
Chi Le Dian. Overall, the remarkable location of Hsien Fo Temple
can be seen in the eyes of Master Guo Hsuan Liu in Ming Dynasty
as what he described in his poem on the scenery of Chiu Chiu
Hua Shan, which is sited in China.
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Just to follow the stairs down, on right side of Chi Le Dian,
there's a dragon point named Kong Chue Kai Ping. Especially when
the orchids start blossoming there, it just looks like a peacock
displaying its tail.
The
Building of
Yi Ching Da Hsue is right next to Chi Le Dian. The office
is at the first floor. The Chian Fo Da Chan Tang is at first ground
floor, in where the cultivation and ceremony are taken place. There
is also a vegetarian cafeteria at the second ground floor.
Keep on going
down south, there is the Chan Ching coffee shop
on the left side of path offering you a place to
drink and relax.
On the right, it was originally the place
of Taiwan Chu Shi memorial pavilion, which was
damaged by the earthquake on Sept. 21, 1999, and
now you only can see the lotus seat and the
stone on it.
If you are lucky, you may see some little
tortoises resting on the rock.
A lodge is sited across from
the pavilion and right in front of it, there's a
dragon point called Bai He Hsi Shui. Although
it's not very obvious to observe, it's an
outstanding spot.
Following
the path down, you will find the Amitabha
Lecture Hall where the classes are held. Across
from the Hall, there's a tall tower with
colorful ribbons, symbolizes the strength and
spirit of Hsien Fo Temple blessing for world
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When you come to the Wei Hsin Yuan, you will be impressed by the
big grass field filled with abundant flowers and plants blossom
right in front of you. This art of work is designed by the
students from the first class of Yi Ching. In addition, there is a Hu Lu Pond on the right with the Chang Sheng bridge in
the middle and willow trees on the side. |
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Take more steps, here is Tsang Ching Ge. Its slightly sharp
corners of the roof follow the contour of mountain at the back.
Besides the Tsang Ching Ge, there is a large Buddha with 500
Arhats sitting around it. Each Arhat has his own particular look.
You may touch each Arhat's head to see if you can sense the joy.
You can spot some little fish and shrimp in the Chian Hsing
Stream which would bring your memory back to the old country time.
When you come to Tian Tan, you may go inside to worship the
buddhas. However, sometimes, the doors are closed and
it's ok to pay your
respect outside. Since you are so close to the coffee shop, perhaps
you want to take a moment to read some books and have a sip of coffee
in there.
Follow the path back to Da Hsiung Bo Dian,
you'll pass by the
Ching Tu administration office. If you are thirsty, welcome to get some of the chill water
from the Dragon Fountain. You will be blessed at the same
time when you drink it.
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Chan Chi Shan Hsien Fo
Temple has very beautiful eye-catching
scenery. You are most welcome to visit,
to worship and to admire this work of
art !
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