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Tanzhe Temple

One of Beijings oldest Buddhist temples with over 1700 years of history nestled in the Western Hills

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Why go

About Tanzhe Temple

Tanzhe Temple also known as the Pool and Mulberry Temple is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Beijing with a history dating back over 1700 years to the Jin Dynasty The temple gets its name from the dragon pool Tanzhe in front and the mulberry trees Zheshu behind the temple complex The temple has served as an important Buddhist center throughout Chinese history and is renowned for its beautiful natural setting in the Western Hills of Beijing The architecture follows traditional Chinese Buddhist temple layout with multiple courtyards halls and pagodas The temple complex covers a vast area and features ancient trees some over 1000 years old creating a serene atmosphere perfect for spiritual contemplation

Make time for

Practical ideas, not a checklist

  1. 01Explore the ancient architecture including the Mahavira Hall and Heavenly Kings Hall
  2. 02Admire the 1000 year old gingko trees especially beautiful in autumn
  3. 03Visit the Dragon Pool and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings
  4. 04See the ancient stone steles with inscriptions from various dynasties
  5. 05Climb to the pagoda area for panoramic views of the Western Hills
  6. 06Participate in Buddhist ceremonies during special festival days
  7. 07Enjoy traditional vegetarian meals at the temple restaurant

Good to know

Built
307 AD Jin Dynasty
Architectural Style
Traditional Chinese Buddhist
Main Deity
Sakyamuni Buddha
Famous Feature
Ancient Gingko Trees
Best Time to Visit
Spring and Autumn
UNESCO Status
Not Listed
Annual Visitors
Approximately 500000
Temple Area
68000 square meters

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