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Longhua Temple

Shanghai's oldest and largest Buddhist temple, anchored by a thousand-year-old pagoda.

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Why go

About Longhua Temple

Longhua Temple has more than 1,700 years of history, with its seven-story Longhua Pagoda traditionally said to date back to the Three Kingdoms period. The complex features classic Song-style halls, ancient cypresses, and a serene lotus pond. The grounds are especially atmospheric during the spring temple fair and when the lotus flowers bloom in summer.

Entry is free, though an incense ticket is optional.

Make time for

Practical ideas, not a checklist

  1. 01Admire the seven-story Longhua Pagoda beside the temple
  2. 02Tour the main halls with their Song-style architecture
  3. 03Walk around the lotus pond in the temple grounds
  4. 04See the ancient cypress trees and stone relics
  5. 05Visit during the spring temple fair if your trip coincides

Good to know

History
More than 1,700 years; pagoda dates to legendarily the Three Kingdoms period
Entry
Free; incense ticket about ¥10 optional
Best Time to Visit
Summer for the lotus flowers
Nearest Metro
Longhua Road station, lines 11 and 12

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