Experts' Choice Award Lingyin Temple
What the experts agree on
Lingyin Temple is China's most important southern Buddhist temple, housing an awe-inspiring 20m camphor-wood Buddha statue. Originally built in 326 AD and rebuilt 16 times, its ornate halls showcase stunning guardian statues and intricate carvings
“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
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"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
