[2024 Changzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Baolin Temple (Updated Nov)

Changzhou Big Pineapple, have you checked in yet?

Another free niche attraction - Changzhou Prajna Mountain Baolin Temple, you can see this glittering big pineapple from afar in Wujin District. This is the 91.9-meter-high Baolin Guanyin Tower, the outer cabinet is made up of 108 lotus petal-shaped Buddha niches, each niche sits a golden Buddha Arhat, and a 39-meter-high three-faced ten-direction Guanyin is enshrined in the center of the cabinet. You must visit the site to better appreciate this spectacle. Changzhou Prajna Mountain Baolin Temple can be visited together with Yancheng Scenic Area. Ticket: Free. There are plenty of free parking spaces at the entrance of the temple.

Empty temple

In Wuhan District of Changzhou there’s a newly built temple. A nice place to have a walk around, no people and no ticket booths to get inside. Even though it’s newly built, it’s nice from the outside and inside as well. The autumn trees gave it a good look too. If you have an hour or 2 in Changzhou, you should definitely check it out. How to get there: Bailin Temple, Wujin District, Changzhou

Baolin Buddhist Temple

This is a wonderfully unique and stunningly beautiful temple, in Changzhou in China. The temple is shaped like a giant pineapple, encrusted with thousands of miniature, golden Buddha’s which adorn the outer building, and also the inside walls. The colors of the statue inside and the light coming from the sealing, are sublime with pinks, purples, gold, and turquoise. There are white, stone carvings of dragons surrounding/ protecting the temple and leading up the stairs to the main entrance. The surrounding river is bursting with lotus plants and the trees cascade along the bank. The temple is peaceful, just off the bustling main city, and is a fantastic place to visit due to it’s serenity and it’s distinct and truly unique architecture.

Changzhou's "Golden Pineapple" - Baolin Zen Temple.

Changzhou Baolin Zen Temple: Exquisite "Big Pineapple" Baolin Zen Temple was built in the eighth year of the Datong period of the Southern Liang Dynasty (527 AD) as a royal temple built by Emperor Wu of Liang, Xiao Yan. It was named after the "Pure Land Forest, Seven Treasures in a Row" in the Lotus Sutra. Emperor Xiaomin of the Northern Zhou Dynasty rebuilt Baolin Temple and renamed it "Fahua Temple." The temple was already famous during the Southern and Northern Dynasties. It was destroyed by war during the Chongning period of the Northern Song Dynasty, rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty, and restored to the name Baolin Temple. It was destroyed again during the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom period of the Qing Dynasty, and by 1949, only 30 halls remained. [Mosque]In 1958, Baolin Temple was demolished, leaving only three temple houses used as warehouses. In the 1990s, Baolin Zen Temple rebuilt the Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Arhat Hall, Ten Thousand Buddha Hall, Lecture Hall, Dining Hall, and other buildings totaling 9,000 square meters, and reopened in 1995. In 2007, the temple's iconic building, the "Big Pineapple" Baolin Guanyin Pavilion, was completed and opened. [Shrine]Featured buildings: 🪷Baolin Guanyin Pavilion: The iconic building of Baolin Zen Temple, 91.9 meters high. Inside the pavilion is a 39-meter-high statue of the Three-faced Ten Directions Guanyin Bodhisattva, surrounded by many Guanyin statues, which is spectacular. The exterior design of the Guanyin Pavilion resembles a blooming lotus flower, symbolizing the compassion and wisdom of Guanyin Bodhisattva. 🪷Thousand Hands Guanyin Hall: The Thousand Hands Guanyin Hall is also one of the important buildings of Baolin Zen Temple, with a construction area of more than 5,000 square meters. Inside the hall is a statue of the Thousand Hands Guanyin Bodhisattva, 8 meters high, 28 meters wide, and with 1,999 hands, symbolizing the boundless power to save the suffering. [RoundNails]Temple location: No. 98, Hongxi Road, Hutang Town, Wujin District, Changzhou City. ⏰Opening hours: 09:00 to 16:00 daily. 🎫Tickets: Free.

Changzhou Jinboluo Zen Temple: Relax on a 'Journey of Serenity with Nature and Spirit'

Changzhou's Jinboluo Zen Temple, officially known as Baolin Temple, is a historic temple that dates back to the Liang Dynasty of the Southern Dynasties. It boasts a rich cultural heritage. The temple's architecture blends Tang Dynasty style with modern design, covering an area of 12,797.7 square meters, offering a perfect fusion of classical and contemporary elements. The temple complex includes several areas such as the mountain gate, bell tower, and drum tower. Notably, the Baolin Guanyin Tower, standing at 91.9 meters, enshrines a 39.9-meter statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva, bringing peace to the soul. The lotus pond, filled with beautiful lotus flowers, is a sight to behold. It is recommended to visit early in the morning to avoid the intense summer sun and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, ideal for worship and prayer. Visit Jinboluo Zen Temple to experience a 'Journey of Serenity with Nature and Spirit' and let your soul truly relax!

Baolin temple - Changzhou

We visited Baolin temple. We didn't search a lot before this visit, so we were very surprised what we saw there. This is huge and amazing temple. The main temple is surrounded by other smaller temples and inside are statues of the Buddha and his followers and enlighteners. I recommend everyone who is near Changzhou or who is crossing through this city to visit this temple and feel the energy of this place. It's a place where you can come and enjoy in peace and be with yourself and your thoughts. #temple #changzhou #changzhoutravel

Baolin Temple is love!

Great place with a great ambience!