“Liu” means “Six” in Mandarin.

“Liu Rong Lu” (Six Banyan Road) in GuangZhou is named after Liu Rong Temple. Both Hui Neng, a famous dignitary and Su Dongpo, an ancient poet lived in the temple bringing fame and reputation to this haven of peace and tranquility.

“Liu Fu Shui Jiao” is a wharf located along The Pearl River and besided Xihua Road. Fu means wharf in Cantonese.

Liu Rong Temple / Six Banyan Temple

The temple was originally built in 537 AD, it has been rebuilt several times since then as well as several name changes.

Inside the temple you’ll find the Laughing Buddha in the Tianwang Hall. His smiling face welcoming visitors. Behind it is the Weituo Hall, Weituo was the general who recaptured the stolen Buddhist relics.

The temple’s most striking structure is the Six Banyan Pagoda. The pagoda’s roofs curve upwards resembling petals. Due to this it’s also known as the Flower Pagoda. As well as being attractive the pagoda gives visitors good views from the top.

The main hall of the temple is Daxiong Baodian Hall. In here you’ll find three large copper Buddhist statues. they stand for past, present and future.