Memorial Temple of Lord Bao

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Memorial Temple of Lord Bao, located on the west bank of the Lake Lord Bao in Kaifeng City, Henan Province, was reconstructed in memory of Bao Zheng, an upright and honest official and a political reformer in the Song Dynasty. It was built in the Jin and Yuan Dynasties. The reconstructed one covers an area of more than 1 hectare with a collection of magnificent buildings of the Song style. It is the key scenic spot in the central plain developed by the National Tourism Bureau.

The respectable Lord Bao

As a high judicial official in Kaifeng government during the Northern Song Dynasty, Bao Zheng, is a household-name in China. People often addressed him as Lord Bao out of the respect. In his long official career, Lord Bao insisted on strictly enforcing the law and punishing those who trampled the law, regardless of their social status or reputation. His morality is respected and has been worshipped for generations.

Why to build

The righteousness of the Lord Bao spread among people's mouth and touches deep into people's heart. This temple offers those who wish justice in their life and honesty always, express their wishes by burning incenses and offer prayers to Lord Bao. With the pleasant Lake Lord Bao nearby, the temple has attracted numerous visitors since it was opened.

What to visit

The temple is composed of the main exhibition area, the garden and the service section. The main buildings and scenic spots consist of the Main Hall, the Second Hall, exhibition halls, the Stele Pavilion, the corridor hall and the Hundred Dragon Pavilion, along with artificial mountains, waterfalls, springs, bridges and rare stones.

The Main Hall

In the Main Hall, a bronze statue of Lord Bao, which is three meters in height and 2.5 tons in weight, is displayed in the center. The figure wears official robes and solemnly sits up straight in his chair. One of his hands placed on the chair with the other clenched. On the figure's two sides some calyxes, bowls, wooden buckets, an ink slab, and some other artifacts are displayed, which were unearthed from Lord Bao's tomb. On the wall, you can see colored murals with dragon and phoenix patterns around the fringe to demonstrate Lord Bao's achievements in his post.

The Second Hall

In the Second Hall, the historical materials and classic books about Lord Bao, the poems made by Lord Bao, the family disciplines, monument inscription, the handwritings of Bao and the Stele named Kaifeng Fu are exhibited. The eastern and western halls, using some pictures and essays, show visitors many stories and tales about Lord Bao.

Other buildings

Other buildings tell the legendary stories of Lord Bao. On the east side of Dadian Palace are three big copper cutters, namely, Dragon Head Cutter, Tiger Head Cutter and Dog Head Cutter. These cutters were once used to punish corrupt officials and ordinary scoundrels.

The garden

In the garden, there is an artificial mountain by the lake, decorated by rushing waterfalls, rare stones, delicate sculptures and flourishing plants. In the service section, there are parking lots, shops, toilets, public telephones, tourist guides and an information desk, which offer services like guides, shopping, dinning, parking, inquiry and photography.

How to get there

You can get to the Memorial Temple of Lord Bao by bus No.8, 10, 16 or 20 from the Kaifeng Railway Station.

When to visit

• Opening Hours: 08:00a.m. - 17:30p.m.
  
• Recommended Time for a Visit: Half an hour

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