This Taoist temple was entirely bare on our last visit, without a single statue, altar, mural or stick of incense. The adjoining gardens, set around a small lake, are pleasant enough for a stroll, but frankly it's hard to believe that they charge an admission fee.
Xuanmiao Temple
Hubei
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Up the road from the South Gate, this historic Taoist temple originally dates to 1396.
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Up the road from the South Gate, this historic Taoist temple originally dates to 1396.
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There's not much to see at this tiny temple, but the nuns give you three sticks of incense upon entering – and it is entirely off the tourist trail, which…
1.09 MILES
At this small but surprisingly good museum you'll find wonderful artefacts unearthed from Chu tombs around the area. The jade and porcelain halls are…
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This former Taoist temple was closed for renovations during our last visit. It's next to the Jingzhou Museum.
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