https://ph.trip.com/moments/detail/xi-an-7-137135769?locale=en-PH
Trip.Pulse
vipIconOfficial account
levelIconContributor

Daxingshan Temple is the largest cat café in Xi'an

Daxingshan Temple, a Buddhist temple founded in the early Jin dynasty with a history of over 1,600 years, is one of the oldest surviving temples in Xi'an and a popular tourist attraction. During the Sui and Tang dynasties, it was one of the three major translation centers for Buddhist scriptures in Chang'an, where monks from India came to translate sutras, giving it a profound cultural heritage. The temple is surrounded by ancient cypress trees, with a serene and solemn environment. Most of the existing buildings were constructed during the Ming dynasty, preserving the site of the Tang dynasty's revolving sutra library hall, which is about 1 meter above ground and roughly square in shape. The rear hall also houses bronze Buddha statues from the Tang dynasty and sculptures from the Song dynasty, each with unique forms and great historical value. Nowadays, Daxingshan Temple is affectionately called the "Meow Meow Temple" by visitors due to the many adorable cats here. The cats have shiny fur and plump bodies, lazily basking in the sun, leisurely drinking water, and interacting closely with visitors, full of cuteness. Visiting Daxingshan Temple allows you to experience rich historical culture and get close to these charming cats, bringing you plenty of healing and joy. Come check it out!
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Oct 22, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Da Xing Shan Temple

4.6/5258 reviews | Historic buildings
Xi'an
No. 3 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Xi'an
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Da Xing Shan Temple

The cat at Daxingshan Temple went offline after being petted, with an overload of sleepy vibes

Trip.Pulse
Da Xing Shan Temple

🏵️ ดอกฮิกังบานะเบ่งบานกลางซีอานที่วัด Daxingshan

tpr
Da Xing Shan Temple

Daxingshan Temple🎋An ancient temple over 1,600 years old in Xi'an.

tpr
Da Xing Shan Temple

The sound of Buddhist chants echoes, and the tranquility of a thousand-year-old temple: Daxingshan Temple

Angrybird11
Big Wild Goose Pagoda

Thinking about it for eight years, finally made the trip (Huashan Xi'an 2025.2.21-2.25)

Victoria Adams
Da Xing Shan Temple

Daxingshan Temple

NangBird Journey
Da Xing Shan Temple

Xi'an|Hydrangeas bloom in the Daxingshan Temple in spring

SolarSeeker_345
Da Xing Shan Temple

Daxingshan Temple is a cat lover's paradise. The cats here are so relaxed.

RainBookPenTree
Da Xing Shan Temple

The beauty of this temple with a history of more than 1,700 years is so stunning

SenniKuosisto
Da Xing Shan Temple

It would be a shame to miss the flower season at Daxingshan Temple!

HARMONY MOSS
Da Xing Shan Temple

Wintersweet in Daxingshan Temple

Charlotte Turner~52
Da Xing Shan Temple

Xingjiao Temple, Xi'an - Wintersweet in Bloom

SerendipityDreamer22cds