Baogong Temples (Memorial Temple s of Lord Bao) are places of worship built to commemorate Bao Zheng, an honest government official from the Song Dynasty.
Sent by Syugi from Hefei, China.
Lord Bao (999-1062), named Bao Zheng, was a renowned officer in the Northern Song Dynasty (960 - 1127). He is well respected because of his excellent personality, fair-minded judgments and strict family education. Many temples were built to commemorate his death. Among them the Memorial Temple of Lord Bao in Hefei is the most famous. It lies in Baohe Park in the southeastern part of his hometown, Hefei City. Its current appearance is the result of reconstruction in the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911).
Entering the beautiful park, walking through the stone gate and along the small path by the lake, you will find it in front of you. It is a typical compound with houses around a courtyard. There is a incense burner donated by a pilgrim standing in the yard. The main palace with five halls is the highlight of it (read more).
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