The Manichean Temple in Quanzhou, China. The only Manichean temple to survive intact in the world. Originated in ancient Persia, last rebuilt in 1339. It disguised itself as both a Taoist and Buddhist temple at different times to avoid persecution. [1017 × 1541]

The Manichean Temple in Quanzhou, China. The only Manichean temple to survive intact in the world. Originated in ancient Persia, last rebuilt in 1339. It disguised itself as both a Taoist and Buddhist temple at different times to avoid persecution. [1017 × 1541]

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