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Huayan Monastery
华严寺
8.3
4.8/5
15,854 reviews
based on 151 reviews
No. 7 of Best Things to Do in ShanxiOpen Opening hours of Huayan Monastery
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.5–3 hours
Address:
No. 459 Xia Sipo Street, Datong City
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Phone:Complaint call: +86-352-2042023Ticket inquiry: +86-352-2042025Emergency number: +86-352-2042001
Huayan Monastery attraction highlights
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Huayan Temple is located in the center of Datong. This temple was built in the 8th year of Liao Qingning Period (AD 1062). In the Daxiong Hall of Huayan Temple, you can see the groundworks of Liao Dynasty and the buildings of Jin Dynasty, as well as the statues of Ming Dynasty and the murals of Qing Dynasty. The Hall of BojiaJiaocang in the temple is the only Liao Dynasty building here. The statues from Liao Dynasty in the Hall are extremely precious. There is a double-storey pavilion-style cabinet behind the Hall of Bojiajiaocang, the upper level is for Buddha statues and Buddhist altars, and the lower layer stores for books.
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Show More ReviewsHuayan Temple has a particularly comfortable feel; the moment you enter, you slow down. Compared to some popular tourist attractions, it offers a greater sense of tranquility and serenity. The ancient architecture is remarkably well-preserved; the eaves, brackets, and halls all exude a sense of history, and you can feel its ancient and profound atmosphere even while strolling around. It's not suitable for rushing to check off tourist spots; it's better to take your time to explore and appreciate the details at your own pace. Many details become more charming the more you look at them. Especially on a sunny day, the light and shadow falling on the ancient buildings are particularly beautiful, making for excellent photos. The entire visit is not noisy; instead, you experience a rare sense of peace. If you're visiting Datong, I highly recommend setting aside some time for Huayan Temple. Even if you do nothing else, just taking a quiet walk around inside will be well worth it.