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Dongsi & Chaoyangmen · Beijing

Dongyue Temple (Beijing Folk Customs Museum)

东岳庙

Place of worship

Once the largest temple of Zhengyi Taoism in north China, dedicated to the god of Mount Tai. Its courtyards are lined with dozens of departments of the Taoist underworld, each with painted statues judging human deeds, among the strangest sights in the city.

Address
141 Chaoyangmenwai Street, Chaoyang District
Hours
Mon-Sun 08:00-18:00 (visitbeijing.com.cn)
Best time to go
Morning, Afternoon · About 1 h
Price
Entry CNY 10 (visitbeijing.com.cn)
Price level
¥

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Good to know

  • Lonely Planet (2025) names it among the sights worth seeking out in Chaoyang, a short walk from the Chaoyangmen embassies area.

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