Haiyin Temple Introduction
Haiyin Temple, built during the Song Dynasty, has a history of over 800 years. It is located at the top of Mount Taiwu, historically known as Taiwu Rock Temple. The shape of Mount Taiwu, viewed from a distance, resembles a reclining hermit, and it is commonly described as a "place where immortals lie down," endowing it with spiritual energy. The Haiyin Temple, built on this mountain, enjoys a thriving incense offering. On the ninth day of the first lunar month, known as "Birthday of the Heavenly Emperor," residents of Kinmen carry the elderly and children up the mountain to worship at Haiyin Temple, making it a significant religious festival in Kinmen. Flanking the temple are the bell and drum towers called Longlou and Fengge. The Moon-Dipping Pool in front of the temple contains crystal clear and sweet spring water. The large bell in the bell tower weighs over 750 kilograms, and it is said that its sound can be heard for 30 kilometers. The serene scene of a hidden temple in the mountains speaks for itself. Visitors to Haiyin Temple often come to glimpse the stone gateway inscribed with "First in Hai Mountain," and the Anxin Stone, believed to harbor dragon veins and to bring peace to the hearts of people.
