https://ph.trip.com/moments/detail/beijing-1-134192529?locale=en-PH
traveller-59Singapore
vipIconPotential creator
levelIconIntermediate traveler

Elegant Rain‑Calling Dragon Temple in Summer Palace

#chinatravel The Guangrun Lingyu Temple, often called the Dragon King Temple, sits on Nanhu Island in Summer Palace’s West (Kunming) Lake. Originally built to pray for rain, it was renamed by Emperor Qianlong after its prayers proved effective. Flanked by willow trees and classic Ming-Qing architecture, this surprisingly peaceful spot still echoes old traditions of harmony between nature and royal ritual. #summerpalace
Posted: Jul 25, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Summer Palace

4.7/548268 reviews | Historic buildings
Beijing
2025 Asia 100 – Best Things to Do
SGD 17.51
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Summer Palace

The elegant Paiyun Dian in Longevity Hill, Summer Palace

traveller-59
Summer Palace

Majestic Paiyunmen, The Cloud Dispelling Gate

traveller-59
Summer Palace

The Quiet Charm of Qinghua Studio, Summer Palace

traveller-59
Summer Palace

A Painted Walk at the Summer Palace

traveller-59
Summer Palace

The Calm and Peaceful Boat by the Lake

traveller-59
Summer Palace

Frozen beauty at Summer Palace

ngoc btb
Summer Palace

A winter trip to the Summer Palace

Ash & Meds
Summer Palace

“The Imperial Garden Dream — Summer Palace”

TravelwithAGE
Summer Palace

The Grand Tower of Buddhist Incense in Longevity Hill

traveller-59
Summer Palace

“Imperial Garden of Serenity”

TravelwithAGE
Summer Palace

“Lotus Dream Lake”

TravelwithAGE
Summer Palace

The Summer Palace (Beijing)

WandererBen