Zhihua Temple (智化寺)
Zhihua Temple, an oasis of quiet courtyards and exquisite Buddhist artwork in the heart of the Central Business District, was built by the corrupt eunuch Wang Zhen in 1443 as his personal ancestral hall, but was later converted to a temple.
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Tel:
+86 10 65135206 -
Best Time to Visit:
All Year -
Duration:
1 hour -
Admission:
20 RMB 20 RMB -
Opening Hours:
7:00-18:00
Description
Zhihua Temple (智化寺)
Zhihua Temple, an oasis of quiet courtyards and exquisite Buddhist artwork in the heart of the Central Business District, was built by the corrupt eunuch Wang Zhen in 1443 as his personal ancestral hall, but was later converted to a temple.
Today, it’s one of Beijing’s fi nest examples of Ming Buddhist architecture and holds regular performances of Ming-era court and Buddhist music.
The finely-carved revolving sutra cabinet is the only one of its kind in Beijing, an...
Zhihua Temple (智化寺)
Zhihua Temple, an oasis of quiet courtyards and exquisite Buddhist artwork in the heart of the Central Business District, was built by the corrupt eunuch Wang Zhen in 1443 as his personal ancestral hall, but was later converted to a temple.
Today, it’s one of Beijing’s fi nest examples of Ming Buddhist architecture and holds regular performances of Ming-era court and Buddhist music.
The finely-carved revolving sutra cabinet is the only one of its kind in Beijing, and a reported 9,999 Buddha statuettes decorate the Tathagata Hall. See also "Ancient Music Center."
