Lungyen Pavilion Introduction
Adjacent to Kaishanyuan, Lengyan Pavilion serves as a meditation area for followers of Lingyun Zen Temple. The term "Lengyan" comes from the Buddhist scripture "Lengyan Sutra" (also known as the "Diamond Sutra"). The pavilion provides a peaceful environment for young monks to practice and study Buddhism, as well as serving as a place to receive guests and devotees. The second abbot, Master Benyuan, constructed it in 1926 using stone from Guanyin Mountain to create a two-story building. The architecture combines various styles from both East and West; the arcade reflects the local colors of Northern Taiwan, while the capitals of the stone columns feature elegant Baroque designs. The triangular roof exhibits strong influences from Indian Buddhism, and the presence of ancient trees in the courtyard emphasizes the building's solidity and elegance. Kaishanyuan and Lengyan Pavilion are located close to each other and are both places for promoting Dharma and quiet practice, hence they are referred to as the "Mother-Child Temple." Currently, it is privately owned by the temple and is not open to the public.
