Red Snail Temple (Hong Luo Si), Miyun
Huairou, Miyun 1014
Contact: +86 10 8119 1011
Open Hours: Mo to Su from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
An old legend holds that two giant red snails lived on the hill behind this temple. According to the legend the snails ... More
Red Snail Temple (Hong Luo Si)
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An old legend holds that two giant red snails lived on the hill behind this temple. According to the legend the snails emitted strange lights at night and were thus worshipped by local villagers. Hence, the mountain was renamed Red Snail Hill and the temple, Red Snail Temple. Originally the temple was called Great Brightness Temple when it was built in 348 AD. Now, the temple has become a scenic spot open to the public. The scenery around the temple is breathtaking.
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