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    Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

    3,908 Reviews
    #12 of 1,568 things to do in Beijing
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    Closed Now: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
    No.12 Yonghegong Street, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100007, China
    Open today: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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    A series of beautiful pavilions comprise this Mongolian-Tibetan yellow-sect temple, which features an impressive fifty-four-foot high Buddha carved from one piece of Tibetan sandalwood.
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    Suggested duration: 1-2 hours
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A typical Chinese Temple

    For me as a person who has visited majority of Asian countries, Lama Temple is a typical Chinese temple, but no doubt it worth to visit if you are in Beijing. Personally I think it is not fallen into top 3 basket of Beijing's attraction,...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank 548amirn
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Lovely for a wander

    Serene atmosphere. Interesting place to have a wander. The biggest Buddha statue is made from one piece of wood and is 18m high. The trip here is worthwhile just to see that.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank 171madeleiner
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A peaceful afternoon

    In contrast to the massive layout and the throngs of tourists at the Forbidden City, the Lama Temple is a peaceful place, where the faithful and touristic alike enjoy the tranquility. There is lots to see, but it is small enough to take it in...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Raquel S
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Huge Buddhist Temple Complex

    This was our last destination and we haven't regretted it. Giving discount to seniors is a big plus.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank GT-martin
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Breath taking

    Personally, I think this temple is more beautiful than the Forbidden City. The artwork is amazing! Make sure to look all around you. I went during the first day of the last lunar month, many Chinese were visiting the Buddas, and my guide said the...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank leonelas189
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Beautiful colours

    This was our first temple in China. It was interesting to see all the different parts while being mindful of a number of the people there to worship. Amazing.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank BJCNZ007
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Nice Temple

    One of the best temples in Beijing, and notable as being dedicated to the Tibetan/ Vajrayana Buddhism patronised by the last Qing dynasty. There is a lot of smoke from incense here, and some interesting statues and buildings.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank PaulHedges
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    One of the nicest ones I've seen

    Definitely a must if you are in Beijing, this was One of the nicest temples I've seen and I've seen a lot (temple groupie).

    Date of experience: April 2018
    Thank 524royc
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Beautiful Tibetan Buddhist monastery, architecture, statues, & thangkas (Tibetan Buddhist paintings)

    Lama Temple (Yonghegong) (aka, Yonghe Temple and Yonghe Lamasery) is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. During part of the 18th century, part of the building was used as an imperial palace for one of the emperor’s sons and the rest as a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. The...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Such a site to see

    It was quite crowded and very cold (wear warm footwear!) but the rich history and site was spectacular. The incense is just such an amazing dimension added!

    Date of experience: December 2018
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    Response from jacksonleungcs | Reviewed this property |
    Many. all along the road across the main entrance
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    29 January 2018|
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    Response from LondonHH72 | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, you could visit without one. But, I think going with a guide would be beneficial. That is what we did.
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    29 December 2017|
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    Response from Suman R | Reviewed this property |
    Lama Temple is very near to subway. so reaching there is fairly easy
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