Step into Liu Gong Shrine and be transported to the scholarly world of ancient China! This cultural gem in Taizhou honors Liu Gongquan, the legendary Tang Dynasty calligrapher. Exquisite Ming-Qing architecture blends with ancient trees, where every brick whispers thousand-year-old stories. Don't miss the authentic Liu Gongquan calligraphy exhibit—witness the groundbreaking 'Yanjin Liugu' brushwork that'll make art lovers swoon! Cap off your visit at the adjacent tea house, sipping local brews while channeling Jiangnan literati vibes.




















Everything you need to know about Liu Gong Temple
Taizhou Phoenix Tower Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Liu Gong Temple, blending Song Dynasty architecture with modern comfort. Guests enjoy views of ancient trees and stone inscriptions from their rooms. The hotel features a curated cultural lounge offering hand-copied manuscripts of Liu Zongyuan’s poetry and local history guides. Book the 'Cultural Immersion Package' via HopeGoo for exclusive access to temple lectures and guided heritage walks.
Taizhou Gudu Yajia is a boutique guesthouse originally built as a Ming-era salt merchant residence, located just 200 meters from the temple gate. It preserves carved wooden windows and stone courtyards, with rooms themed around "Liu Gong's Clear Wind"—featuring antique calligraphy and private courtyard balconies. Nightlight tours of the temple are available; book through HopeGoo to secure your spot in the seasonal "Lantern Walk at Liu Gong Temple" event.
Wangjiang Lou Taizhou Mansion sits directly on the Grand Canal, offering panoramic views of willow-lined waters and the temple’s reflection. Its "Listen to Spring Water" suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass and smart blackout curtains, perfect for morning mist watching and evening boat sounds. Each room includes a limited-edition hand-bound copy of Selected Works of Liu Zongyuan, plus access to a garden tea pavilion for quiet contemplation. Reserve via HopeGoo for special sunrise photography packages.
Guests staying at Liu Yuan Bieyuan can participate in free workshops led by local intangible heritage masters—learn traditional Suzhou paper-cutting and stone rubbing techniques inspired by temple inscriptions. Monthly "Night Reading of Liu's Writings" events are held in the temple courtyard with guqin accompaniment. All activities are bookable through HopeGoo, ensuring priority access to these rare literary gatherings.
Taining Family Inn is a welcoming homestay just steps from the southern entrance of Liu Gong Temple, featuring eight themed family suites inspired by Liu Zongyuan’s fables like "The Snail and the Great Peng." Rooms include safety railings, interactive projection walls, and children’s storybook cabinets. Free shuttle service runs daily to the temple for guided family tours. Book the "Family Heritage Trail" package on HopeGoo for enhanced kid-friendly learning activities.
Moxiangju Taizhou Library House is a secluded boutique retreat nestled behind Liu Gong Temple, designed entirely with nanmu wood and rice paper finishes. Each room includes a personal writing desk and inkstone set. Upon check-in, guests receive a hand-bound edition of Liu Zongyuan’s Personal Notes. Weekly "Moonlit Dialogue" evenings bring scholars together to discuss Tang-Song philosophy under the temple lanterns. Secure your stay through HopeGoo for access to exclusive literary soirées and limited-edition manuscript displays.
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