Lung Yen Pavilion Introduction
Adjacent to the Kaishanyuan, the Lenglian Pavilion serves as a meditation space for devotees at the Lingyun Zen Temple. The term "Lenglian" derives from the Buddhist scripture "Lenglian Jing" (the "Sutra of the Vajra"). The Lenglian Pavilion provides a serene environment for novice monks to cultivate their practice and delve into Buddhist teachings, while also serving as a reception area for guests and believers. Built by the second-generation abbot Master Benyuan in 1926, the structure is composed of stone from Guanyin Mountain, designed as a two-story stone building that integrates various architectural styles from both East and West. The arcade corridor showcases local colors of Northern Taiwan, while the capitals of the stone columns exude an elegant Baroque flavor. The triangular roof exhibits a strong Indian Buddhist style, complemented by the presence of old trees in the courtyard, which enhance the building's solidity and elegance. The Kaishanyuan and Lenglian Pavilion are in close proximity and serve as places for preaching and meditation, which is why they are referred to as the "Mother and Son Temples." Currently, it is privately owned by the temple and not open to the public.
