The Hongluo Temple () is one of the largest and most extensive

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temples located in northern

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.Hongluo Temple. China.org
/ref> It was first established during the

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(618–907 AD); however, it was rebuilt many times later, notably during the

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.Hongluo Temple. Tour Beijing
/ref> The temple is located at the southern foot of the Hongluo Mountain, and covers an area of 7 hectares (17 acres). Its name, ''Hongluo Temple'', is also translated as "Red Snail Temple".

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