Quanzhou Guan Yue Temple (Guan Di Temple) is a place of both worldly and celestial wonders

Guan Yue Temple, also known as Guan Di Temple, is dedicated to Guan Yu, with Yue Wang as a secondary deity, and is a Taoist temple. The Quanzhou Tonghuai Guan Di Temple is a famous ancient site for worshipping the martial saint Guan Yu and is the largest existing martial temple in Fujian Province. The Guan Di Temple, with its magnificent architectural complex and well-preserved ancient relics and artifacts, has become a historical treasure. Guan Di Temple is a place where the local people of Southern Fujian worship Lord Guan. People usually come here with their inner faith, so every day there is a continuous stream of devotees seeking success in their careers, academic achievements, or answers to their prayers! Many pilgrims also come here for its reputation, making it a cultural tourism hotspot. The intricate and vibrant dragon elements on the temple's roof ridge perfectly match the Year of the Dragon, and the peak of incense offerings pushes the festive atmosphere to the extreme. Standing at the entrance and inhaling a bit of the celestial mist is also very satisfying. If you're just looking to appreciate the view, it's recommended to come at night when there are fewer people. Landscape lights are turned on in the evening (lights out at 22:00), allowing visitors to admire the porcelain dragon carvings on the eaves, which are resplendent in gold and jade. Accompanied by flower-patterned animals, the scene is overflowing with color and beauty, showcasing the exquisite architecture of Southern Fujian and the extremely luxurious decorations. The various sculptures are vivid and lifelike, adding much more charm than during the daytime and making it hard not to marvel at the ancient craftsmen's superb skills.