At the bottom of the temple hill are a number of massive statues including this one. Confucius, perhaps? Who knows? I didn't ask or they didn't know. I can't remember now. He must've been wise though; he has a beard and a cane, after all. 
The Chinese fascination with the dragon motif is well-known. Considered the luckiest astrological sign to be born under, dragon babies are thought to be fierce, self-confident, flamboyant and charismatic. Which is not too say the dragon doesn't have its negative qualities. Violent, egotistical, strange and stubborn may also be used to describe the astrological conception of the dragon persona.
Ah, a lovely pastoral scene carved into relief on the side of the temple walls. Scroll down for a different perspective.
Whoa! I think somethings wrong with Bambi! Momma Deer isn't looking so well either.
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