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Fragrant Hills & Western Hills · Beijing

Tanzhe Temple

潭柘寺

Place of worship

With over 1,700 years of history it is the oldest temple in Beijing, set against Baozhu Peak in a horseshoe of nine peaks, among ancient trees and pagodas (visitbeijing.com.cn).

Address
Tanzhesi Town, Mentougou District
Hours
08:30-16:30 (visitbeijing.com.cn)
Best time to go
Morning · About 2 h
Price
Entry CNY 50, half price for students (visitbeijing.com.cn)
Price level
¥¥

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Good to know

  • Pair it with Jietai Temple in the same district: Tanzhe is famous for its springs, Jietai for its pines (visitbeijing.com.cn).
  • Students pay half price (visitbeijing.com.cn).

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