Temple of the God of Wealth
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📍 Location: South of Fanggan Village, Xueye Town, Laiwu District, Jinan City, Shandong Province, within the Jiulong Grand Canyon of the Fanggan Ecotourism Zone
The Temple of the God of Wealth was originally constructed during the Ming Dynasty, with a history spanning nearly 600 years. It stands as one of the better-preserved folk religious structures in the central Shandong region. According to the Fanggan Village Chronicles, it was initially built by villagers seeking favorable weather and abundant harvests. Over time, as popular desire for wealth and prosperity grew stronger, the site gradually evolved into a dedicated temple honoring the God of Wealth. Rebuilt multiple times during the Qing Dynasty, it has endured to the present day, reflecting the evolving interplay between agrarian civilization and commercial faith in the local community.
Built into the mountainside and facing south, the temple covers approximately 280 square meters and features traditional brick-wood construction with blue-tiled roofs and upturned eaves. The main structure consists of a three-room central hall, preceded by a gabled corridor on the front, with auxiliary halls and the ruins of bell and drum towers on either side. Inside the hall, statues of Zhao Gongming (the Warrior God of Wealth) and Fan Li (the Scholar God of Wealth) are enshrined—majestic in expression and richly painted, preserving distinct Ming Dynasty artistic style. The stone tablet above the temple gate bears the inscription "Boundless Prosperity," written in bold, powerful calligraphy dating back to the Guangxu era of the Qing Dynasty.
Beyond its role as a center of folk belief, the Temple of the God of Wealth offers invaluable insights into the folk culture, clan organization, and economic values of central Shandong. Each year, grand temple fairs are held on the 15th day of the first lunar month and the 22nd day of the seventh lunar month—the birthday of the God of Wealth—drawing tens of thousands of devotees from surrounding areas. The temple has been listed as part of Jinan’s Intangible Cultural Heritage.
✨ Tips: The temple is often filled with incense smoke and active worship; visitors are advised to observe quiet reverence. Nearby, the ecological resources are abundant—consider combining your visit with a hike through the Jiulong Grand Canyon to fully experience the harmonious blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.