- The Shaolin Temple, located on the Shaoshi Mountain in the west of Dengfeng County, Henan Province, is the 'ancestor court' of China Buddhism Zen. During the Southern and Northern Dynasties (386-589), the Indian monk Bodhidharma came to China. He's good at Buddhism Zen. Emperor Xiaowendi of Northern Wei gave him a very courteous reception. Later, in 496, the emperor asked to build a Buddhist temple on the Shaoshi Mountain and supply food for the monks. This temple is today's Shaolin Temple. Attraction Intro: Shaolin Temple
Shaolin Temple is famous for not only its brilliant history but also the wonderful Shaolin martial arts.
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Travelers' Voices on Shaolin Temple Photos
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Jul. 16,2009 03:39 Reply
Mr.ssh(india) said:
is a true heaven on earth and mecca of all aspiring superstars esp. buddying heroes of martial arts. my all good wishes to the masters and all trainees. let me bow in respect.
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Apr. 13,2009 04:38 Reply
Mr.MOHIT TIWARI(India) said:
RESPECTED SIR IM LIKE GOD BUDDH IM INDIA BUDDHIST I FOLLOW GOD BUDD'S SAY WORD SHOLIN TEMPEL IS THE GOOD & 1ST IMMASZINE TEMPLE.