It is the largest Taoist temple in the ancient city. It is located on the north side of Dongdajie Road. It was originally called Taiping Temple and was built during the reign of Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty. There are some valuable ancient steles and other cultural relics preserved in the temple. Qingxu Temple faces south, and most of the existing buildings were built in the Yuan and Ming Dynasties. There are 10 buildings in the whole view. There are three courtyards in front and back, including archway, mountain gate, Dragon and Tiger Hall, Chunyang Palace, Sanqing Hall, Yuhuang Pavilion and other buildings.
There is a Yuan Dynasty stone tablet in the Sanqing Hall. The text on the front of the tablet is in Mongolian, which has high historical value. In the Dragon and Tiger Hall, there are statues of green dragons and white tigers, with brave expressions and intact bodies, which are among the finest statues of the Yuan Dynasty.
Telephone
0354-5690000
Reference when using
Less than 1 hour
transportation
Bus: Take Pingyao No. 102 and get off at Chaoyang Street. It’s within walking distance.
Tickets
Please consult the scenic spot for specific details.
Opening hours
8:00-19:00; admission closed at 18:30