Ruixiang
Chan Monastery
A mountain monastery whose roots reach back toward the Northern Song dynasty, quietly standing among the forests of Gao'an, Jiangxi.
Mountain Gate
and Ancient Hall
Ruixiang Chan Monastery is located near
Yanziling Mountain, Wuqiao Town,
Gao'an, Jiangxi Province.
Surrounded by forests and streams,
the monastery follows the natural shape
of the mountain, creating a quiet place
away from the noise of the world.
Steps Toward
Guanyin Hall
Stone steps rise slowly toward the ancient hall.
The wooden doors, red lanterns,
and mountain greenery preserve
the timeless atmosphere of a traditional
Chinese mountain temple.
The Smile
of Stone Buddha
Different historical records describe
the exact founding date differently.
The monastery is generally believed
to have origins connected with the
Northern Song period, carrying a history
approaching one thousand years.
After restoration and reconstruction,
Ruixiang Chan Monastery continues
as a living place of Buddhist culture.
"In stillness,
the mountain speaks."
山林不语，自有清音