Kaiyuan Temple : A Pearl of Buddhism on the Starting Point of the Maritime Silk Road

Founded in AD 686, Kaiyuan Temple has stood for over 1,300 years. Its twin stone pagodas, the tallest surviving Song Dynasty pagodas in China, remain iconic landmarks of Quanzhou. Within the peaceful grounds, an ancient mulberry tree confirms the legend of "white lotuses blooming". Just beyond the walls lies bustling West Street; inside, banyan trees offer shade as Buddhist chants linger. Find the "Peace of Mind Stone", let go of your restless heart, and discover Quanzhou—where worldly bustle and spiritual peace coexist.