Lingyin Temple

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8 / 10

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“Lingyin Temple - Temple of the Soul's Retreat - is the most important temple in the south of the country. In its main hall with a triple-eaved roof, it houses the largest seated Buddha in China”

– Michelin Guide

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"Hangzhou’s most famous Buddhist temple, Lingyin Temple was originally built in AD 326, but has been destroyed and rebuilt no fewer than 16 times. During the Five Dynasties period..." Full review