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Explore Taoist Culture and Landmarks Across China
Discover the history, traditions, mountains, and temples that have shaped Taoism for centuries.
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A Living Tradition, Rooted in Place
Taoism is encountered through ideas, rituals, landscapes, and communities. Begin with its cultural foundations or explore the places where those traditions continue today.
Taoist Culture
Clear introductions to Taoist history, traditions, schools, symbols, festivals, and living heritage.
Taoist Landmarks
Explore China’s Taoist mountains, temples, and cultural landmarks through their history and traditions.
Sacred Geography
Featured Taoist Landmarks
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Qiyun Mountain
Qiyun Mountain is located 15 kilometers west of the downtown area of Xiu County, Anhui Province. It is also known as Baiyue (White Mountain)…
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Qiyun Mountain
Qiyun Mountain is located 15 kilometers west of the downtown area of Xiu County, Anhui Province. It is also known as Baiyue (White Mountain)…
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Taoist Talismans and Incantations
Talismans (符箓) is a term that refers to both fu (符) and lu (箓). Fu (符) – Talisman In Taoism, a talisman (fu) is…
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Taoist Martial Arts
Taoist martial arts are commonly referred to as Taoist martial arts or Taoist kung fu. Chinese martial arts are one of the great cultural…
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A Window into Taoist Culture
Taoist Amulets is an independent English-language guide to Taoist culture and sacred places in China. We share clear, respectful introductions for readers who want to better understand this living tradition.
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