One of Beijing's oldest and most renowned Buddhist temples, in the old southwest quarter near Niujie. It houses the Buddhist Academy of China and the China Buddhism Library and Relic Center, so young monks in training are part of daily life here.
- Address
- 7 Fayuansi Qianjie, Xicheng District
- Hours
- Mon-Sun 09:00-17:00 (visitbeijing.com.cn)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 45 min
- Price
- Price not verified
- Price level
- ¥
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Pair it with Niujie Mosque and the Hui snack shops of Niujie, a few minutes' walk west.
- The Qing halls were listed as national relics in 2001 (visitbeijing.com.cn).