Gude Temple, an exotic temple in the city.

Gude Temple is a temple that combines the architectural features of Eurasian religions. It is located in the bustling downtown area of Huangpu Road, Jiang'an District, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. It was founded in 1877 and was initially named Gude Maopeng, and later renamed Gude Temple. This temple is known for its unique architectural style, which combines the three major Buddhist sects of Mahayana, Theravada, and Tibetan Buddhism. It is the only Ananda-style Buddhist temple in China. The core building of Gude Temple is the Yuantong Bao Hall, which is built in imitation of the Ananda Temple in Myanmar and has a strong exotic style. Its architectural style is unique among Chinese Buddhist temples and has important religious, architectural, and cultural historical value. The architectural details of the temple, such as round windows and long windows, show the architectural style of Christian churches, while the pointed arches and circular patterns on the facade wall are elements of Roman Catholic churches. Gude Temple is not only a pilgrimage site for Buddhists, but also attracts many tourists and photography enthusiasts. The temple is quiet and peaceful, and the sun shines through the doors and windows, creating a sacred and peaceful atmosphere. Near Gude Temple, tourists can also taste Wuhan's traditional food, such as Yan Laoyao Shao Mai and Doupi, and Naughty Beef Offal, etc. Gude Temple now charges a good fee, which is much less than before. After all, the temple belongs to a quiet place, and it is also convenient for taking pictures. There is a storage place at the entrance. After all, the tour time is not long, and it is quite good to stop and go.