Lama Temple

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A fascinating place, specially if you have an inclination to Buddhism. A place where you witness the local culture and faith in a most authentic way possible. The building are beautiful and very well maintained. The people submersed in their faith and tradition. A must place to visit while in Beijing.

Went there this Wed. A beautiful temple to visit if you’re in the area! ?️ Cost @ 25RMB. Great for a quick spiritual reset or just soaking in the history and culture. Don’t forget to look up—the roof carvings are stunning! Bring your camera and your curiosity. ✨ But if you are looking for a place where full of peaceful vibes and a real sense of calm, try other options ?

As a fan of temples, this visit was very pleasant. The Chinese temples are very different to Thai temples and the Buddha style differences were amazing to witness at this temple. Many Chinese people come here to pray and do the ritual with the incense, great to see! It is not free, but definitely worth the price.

Please note that Google Maps does not work in China. Yonghegong is a Tibetan Buddhist temple complex. It contains many prayer halls, each with a different Buddha with a special theme to which you can pray. In one hall stands the largest Buddha (in China), made from a single piece of wood. The statue is 22 meters tall, of which 18 meters are visible. Currently, the temple complex is always full. If possible, however, it is best to visit this place during the week. Since it is a place of faith, it should be treated/visited with respect. It was a very interesting experience.

Definitely worth seeing the massive 18m tall statue carved out of a single block of wood that made the Guinness book of world records. Apart from that, the place is beautifully adorned with Chinese arts, sculptures, statues along the temple path. Plan for 1-2 hours as lines can be long, especially if you want to get a souvenir blessed by a monk.