Songbai Temple
# Songbai Temple

Songbai Temple (Chinese: 松柏寺; pinyin: Sōngbǎi Sì) is a Buddhist temple located in Changsha County, Hunan, China.

## History

The original temple dates back to the 11th century, during the region of Shenzong Emperor (1067–1085) of the Song dynasty (960–1127). At that time, Chan master Yuanjian (圆鉴) resided in the temple, where he taught Chan Buddhism for many years, and attracted large numbers of practitioners. But because of war and natural disasters, it declined and was disappeared during the Republic of China. A modern restoration of the entire temple complex was carried out in 2002.

## Architecture

The complex include the following halls: Shanmen, Mahavira Hall, Hall of Four Heavenly Kings, Hall of Guanyin, Bell tower, Drum tower, Hall of Guru, Dharma Hall, Dining Room, etc.

## Gallery

* Hall of Four Heavenly Kings
* Drum tower
* Mahavira Hall
* Arhat Hall.
