[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for Fayuan Temple (Updated Oct)

Far away from the crowds, rarely visited by tourists, is this peaceful old temple. It's not difficult to get to - about 15 minutes walk through the hutong from the nearest subway station (Caishikou). You experience a Buddhist Temple as it should be, and if you are fortunate, as I was, there may be a service in progress - fifty or more monks walking around the courtyard chanting 'Amitabha'. Under such circumstances, respect must be shown and no photographs taken. This is real. Fayuan Si provides the most authentic experience of a functioning Buddhist temple. It's a good place to sit and meditate or reflect on the craziness of the world outside the walls. #beijingtrip #urbanexplorer #oldarchitecture

#SeptemberDestinations2025 #Beijing #ChinaAirports #Porcelain Daxing Airport's architectural design is unique, with a white base and porcelain as its main theme. The design is very distinctive, and there are multiple smoking areas for smokers, making it very convenient. Also, enjoy the National Theatre's performance of Fayuan Temple: A New Interpretation of the Hundred Days' Reform. The entire performance was captivating. Due to privacy concerns, photography was prohibited, but I highly recommend a visit. #FayuanTemple #NationalTheatre #DaxingAirport

Fayuan Temple is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Beijing, established during the Tang Dynasty over 1,300 years ago. Located in the western part of the city, it is renowned for its rich history, ancient architectural structures, and spiritual ambiance. The temple complex features several main halls adorned with carved wooden panels and ancient Buddha statues. Particularly noteworthy is the pagoda built in the Ming Dynasty style and the collection of Buddhist relics, including sacred texts and images of bodhisattvas. The temple grounds are surrounded by well-maintained gardens and centuries-old trees, creating a harmonious space for meditation and leisurely walks. Visiting Fayuan Temple offers tourists a chance to connect with Buddhist culture, experience the atmosphere of ancient Beijing, and learn about China's spiritual traditions. This temple is an intriguing destination for history enthusiasts, architecture admirers, and those interested in religious heritage.

#SeptemberDestinations2025 #Beijing #FayuanTemple #Hutong #NanhaiGuan An old locomotive hidden within the city. A nighttime stroll past Fayuan Temple feels particularly forbidding. A stroll through the old alleys evokes the atmosphere of that era. Wangjing SOHO, Beijing's newest leisure district, is a relatively new attraction. It's beautiful for night photography and also has shopping malls. The interior of the NanhaiGuan in Beijing features a moon-shaped base and white bouquets of flowers, creating a beautiful setting. The background decorations, which resemble porcelain, are truly impressive. #InstallationArt #StreetDecorations #WangjingSOHO

#chinatravel #Fayuan Temple Fayuan Temple, located in the Xicheng District of Beijing, China, is one of the city’s oldest and most revered Buddhist temples. Built during the Tang Dynasty, it carries centuries of history within its tranquil courtyards. The temple’s layout follows traditional Chinese design, with grand halls, ancient ginkgo trees, and the scent of incense filling the air. Visitors can admire intricate Buddhist statues, detailed carvings, and the calm beauty of the surrounding gardens. Stepping into Fayuan Temple feels like entering a timeless sanctuary where history, faith, and serenity blend in perfect harmony.

There are many hutongs to the north of Niujie, which is a microcosm of China's modern history. Fayuan Temple is no longer a simple temple, but has become a historical and cultural district centered on Fayuan Temple. The shabby alleys have become shabby alleys, and the newly renovated alleys have become more beautiful. Lanman Flower Field is located at the north entrance of Lanman Hutong, a few steps from Tan Sitong's former residence. There is a Lotus Temple built in the Ming Dynasty in the alley, of which only one courtyard remains. Hong Liangji, a Qing Dynasty sinologist, lived here when he was sentenced to border service; in the early 20th century, scholar and painter Yao Mangfu lived here for a long time. The alley almost separated from the Hunan Guild Hall by a wall is Nanbanjie Hutong, where Mr. Lu Xun lived for seven years and where his famous "Diary of a Madman" was written. On the north and south sides of Lanman Hutong, the four big characters "Lanman Hutong" on the ground are the landmark of this place. If you have the chance, be sure to come and see it for yourself. 🔵Landmark: There are four big characters on each side of the north and south, and the north side is more suitable for taking pictures. You can try to film the Beatles crossing the street. 🔵The Little Prince Wall: There are many childlike paintings here, and the Little Prince is particularly outstanding. It is located at the intersection of Qijing Hutong. 🔵Pigeon House: Beijing’s homing pigeons are very famous. Seeing this pigeon house makes me feel very healed. 🔵Guild Hall Ruins: There are the Red Reception Hall, Jiangning County Hall, Hunan Guild Hall, etc. 🔵Huayun Lilac Hotel: There is a small lilac garden inside, which is very artistic. 🔵Lanman Workshop: There is coffee and afternoon tea here, and the owner has collected many small gadgets. 🔵OONAGH: It is on the northernmost side of the alley. It is very stylish and you can sit and have a drink at the door. 🚶‍♂️Recommend a romantic citywalk route: Nanbanjie Hutong ➡️ Lanman Hutong ➡️ Fayuan Temple ➡️ Xizhuan Hutong

👉Fayuan Temple, also known as Minzhong Temple, is located at No. 7 Fayuan Temple Front Street, Xicheng District, Beijing. It was first built in the 19th year of Zhenguan in the Tang Dynasty (645) and rebuilt in the 11th year of Yongzheng in the Qing Dynasty (1733). It is one of the oldest famous temples in Beijing. 👍Fayuan Temple covers an area of ​​6,700 square meters. It has a large-scale building with a rigorous structure. It adopts a central axis symmetrical pattern. It faces south as a whole and is divided into three roads: central, east and west. The middle road is where the main buildings are located. From south to north, there are the one-character screen wall, the mountain gate, the bell and drum tower, the Heavenly King Hall, the Main Hall, the Guanyin Hall, the Vairocana Hall, the Great Compassion Hall, and the Sutra Library. 🌈Fayuan Temple is not only an ancient temple with a long history in Beijing, but also the location of the Chinese Buddhist Academy and the Chinese Buddhist Library and Cultural Relics Museum. 👍On August 21, 1979, Fayuan Temple was announced by the Beijing Municipal People's Government as the second batch of municipal cultural relics protection units in Beijing8 . In 1983, it was designated by the State Council as a key Buddhist temple in the Han area of ​​China. On June 25, 2001, Fayuan Temple was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units.

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Location: Fayuan Temple 🚇Transportation: Metro Line 19, Niujie Station, Exit C, walk out Tickets: No reservation required🆓Entry 🕐Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 9:00-16:00 Fayuan Temple was first built in the 19th year of Emperor Taizong of Tang Dynasty to commemorate the patriotic soldiers who died in battle. It is one of the oldest famous temples in Beijing. Over the past 1,400 years, Fayuan Temple has experienced countless ups and downs and witnessed many historical events. As the saying goes, "One Fayuan Temple represents half of Chinese history." In the course of history, it has been renamed several times, and finally Emperor Yongzheng named it Fayuan Temple. In the 43rd year of Emperor Qianlong's reign, Fayuan Temple was renovated, and in the 45th year, Emperor Qianlong personally came to bestow a plaque with the imperial calligraphy "Fahai Zhenyuan". The Fayuan Temple is large in scale and rigorous in structure. It adopts a central axis symmetrical layout, faces south and is divided into three roads: central, east and west. From south to north, the central road has the One-character Screen Wall, Mountain Gate, Bell and Drum Tower, Heavenly King Hall, Main Hall, Guanyin Hall, Vairocana Hall, Great Compassion Hall, and Sutra Library. All of them are ancient buildings from the Qing Dynasty and are now the Chinese Buddhist Academy. Must-see TOP: Three incense sticks are free for you to burn and pray at the entrance. Two imperially bestowed steles, "Monument to the Reconstruction of Chongfu Temple" and "Monument to the Reconstruction of Minzhong Temple". A plaque inscribed with "Fahai Zhenyuan" by Emperor Qianlong himself. A large white marble stone sea in front of the Vairocana Hall. A Ming Dynasty bronze statue of the "Five Buddhas" with Vairocana as the main Buddha in the Vairocana Hall (to make good connections, you can take candies 🍬 in front of the hall). The courtyard's ritual instrument - a wooden fish. A cute and spiritual cat 🐈. I always feel that the temple gives people a feeling of peace and tranquility, as if it is away from the hustle and bustle and returns to the heart. Watch quietly, appreciate quietly, and you will always gain spiritual nourishment and strength from it.

Fayuan Temple, built in the Tang Dynasty, is solemn and dignified, and is the location of the Buddhist Association of China. The nearby Xizhuan Hutong, Yongqing Hutong, and Lanman Hutong are full of a sense of the times and ancient elegance. The ground is gray, the sky is blue, and the hutongs in winter are peaceful and full.

|Pray to the temple and welcome the God of Wealth, and stroll through the alleys. Tired of staying at home during the Chinese New Year? Why not take a "reverse trip", avoid popular attractions, and find a different New Year atmosphere in Beijing's alleys! I just walked a niche hutong route, where I was able to pray for the God of Wealth, learn about South City culture, and feel the strong New Year atmosphere. 🗺️ Route guide: Xuannan Cultural Museum ➠ Fayuan Temple ➠ Xuannan Bookstore ➠ Nanbanjie Hutong ➠ Shaoxing Guild Hall ➠ Tianjing Hutong ➠ Jiangsu Guild Hall ➠ Tan Citong's Former Residence 📍Xuannan Cultural Museum This is a hidden gem! During the free tour hours (10-11 a.m. and 13:30-14:30 p.m.), you can gain an in-depth understanding of the divisions of the capital during the Qing Dynasty and the lives of scholars who came to Beijing to take the imperial examinations, as if you had traveled back to that era. Moreover, this is the site of Changchun Temple. There are exquisite pagoda bases in the hall, and you can occasionally encounter cute cats in the yard. . 📍 Fayuan Temple How can you miss this ancient temple with a history of more than 1,400 years when praying for good fortune during the Chinese New Year? Fayuan Temple was first built in the Tang Dynasty and has a profound cultural heritage. At the moment on both sides of Minzhong Temple, the afternoon sun shines here, and I can deeply feel the accumulation of years. There are many monks in the temple, and if you are lucky you can catch them chanting sutras. Pray here, and the new year will be filled with blessings! . 📍 Xuannan Bookstore It’s called a bookstore, but it’s actually a coffee shop full of the flavor of the New Year! If you happen to meet the God of Wealth here, you can also draw a good fortune and pray for good luck. Money trees, big red banners, every corner is perfect for taking photos, and every shot is a blockbuster full of the flavor of the New Year. It may just be a bit too much, which is just right to feel the popularity and festive atmosphere of the Spring Festival. . 📍 Tianjing Hutong This small alley is a real surprise, quiet but full of hidden treasures! There are Jiangsu Guild Hall and Chanxi Coffee here. The newly opened Be Yolo Coffee next to it is even more eye-catching. The little blue house with a big "Fa" character is full of joy, as if praying for the new year, hoping that the new year will be prosperous. . 📍 Eat and drink Not far from here is Niujie, where you can find all kinds of snacks to satisfy your taste buds. Fried tripe, grilled skewers, soy milk, and candied haws, every bite is full of happiness. The queues for these snacks are very fast, and many of them are commonly eaten by nearby residents, so you can try them all. 🌟 Tips for the Spring Festival: Going out for a walk during the Spring Festival can not only avoid the crowds at popular attractions, but also allow you to find a different New Year atmosphere in these niche places. You may want to bring your family or friends to experience this tranquility and beauty together. In the new year, let us set out together to find our own blessings!

Niujie Fayuan Temple is located in Niujie Street, Xicheng District, Beijing. It is a Tang Dynasty temple with a history of over 1,300 years and covers an area of about 6,700 square meters. The temple is laid out in a strict manner, with the main buildings including the Mountain Gate, Bell and Drum Tower, Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Minzhong Terrace, Jingye Hall, Wuliang Hall, Great Compassion Altar, Sutra Pavilion, and more. The temple has seven courtyards and six halls, showcasing its rich cultural heritage. Fayuan Temple is open daily from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, making it convenient for visitors to explore. To get to Fayuan Temple, you can take bus 53, 133, or Zhuan 13 to Jiaozihutong South Station, or take bus 83, 144, or 381 to Nan Hengjie Road North Station. You can also take bus 5, 6, 48, 57, or 109 to Caishikou West Station. Additionally, you can take subway line 4 to Caishikou Station. It is worth noting that Fayuan Temple is open to the public for free and no reservation is required.

In the long river of time, the Little New Year is like a bright pearl, shining with warmth and joy. When the red lanterns are quietly hung up, it is like a silent piece of music, adding infinite vitality and vigor to the cold winter night. This lantern, like the stars in the sky, embellishes people's thoughts and dreams, making our hearts deeply satisfied and peaceful in this red warmth. At this moment, under the warm lights, family members sat together, with smiles on their faces and full of friendship. The aroma of food fills the air, and the taste of happiness is fully revealed at this moment. This sumptuous dinner is a little happiness in life, the simple warmth in the day, and the peace of mind. As we walk by, the strings of red lanterns seem to gently tell the story of the Little New Year to every pedestrian on the street. They may carry the memories of the ancients, our stories today, and countless expectations for the future. The meaning of reunion and brightness conveyed by the red lanterns seems to illuminate everyone's heart, making us understand that no matter how life changes, the company and reunion of family will always be the warmest harbor. We celebrate the New Year together in laughter and joy. The evening breeze is mixed with the aroma of steaming dumplings, drifting to every corner. The harmony, happiness and liveliness at this moment constitute the picture of our family and country. Whether in the past or in the future, we will cherish this warmth and reunion, make life as prosperous as this lantern, and let our family be as warm and bright as this lamp. This is our Little New Year, this is our home, this is the eternal warmth and happiness in our hearts.

📍Attraction address: No. 7, Fayuansi Qianjie, Xicheng District, Beijing 🚗Attraction transportation: Shared bikes are convenient 👍️Must-see attraction: Fayuansi Temple covers an area of 6,700 square meters, with a grand architectural scale and a rigorous structure. It adopts a central axis symmetrical layout, facing south, and is divided into the middle, east, and west routes. The main buildings are located on the middle route, including a screen wall, the main gate, the bell and drum towers, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, the Guanyin Hall, the Vairocana Hall, the Great Compassion Hall, and the Sutra Library. There are three more buildings on the east route of the temple. The one on the north side is a dining hall with seven rooms, a gable roof, and a tile roof. The other two are monk rooms. There is also a small courtyard for monks at the north end of the west route. Fayuansi Temple is most famous for its lilacs in spring, but its ginkgo trees in autumn are also beautiful. The square in front of the temple is golden, attracting many visitors. 🎟️Ticket information: No reservation or ticket required

Beijing Fayuan Temple, also known as Minzhong Temple, is located at No. 7 Fayuan Temple Front Street, Xicheng District, Beijing. It is one of the oldest famous temples in Beijing. Fayuan Temple was first built in the 19th year of Zhenguan period of Tang Dynasty (645 AD) and rebuilt in the 11th year of Yongzheng period of Qing Dynasty (1733 AD). The temple covers an area of ​​6,700 square meters. It has a large-scale building with a rigorous structure. It adopts a central axis symmetrical layout. It faces south and is divided into three roads: central, east and west. The middle road is where the main buildings are located. From south to north, there are the one-character screen wall, the mountain gate, the bell and drum tower, the Heavenly King Hall, the Main Hall, the Guanyin Hall, the Vairocana Hall, the Great Compassion Hall, and the Sutra Library. Fayuan Temple is not only an ancient temple with a long history in Beijing, but also the location of the Chinese Buddhist Academy and the Chinese Buddhist Library and Cultural Relics Museum. It is an important place for training young monks and studying Buddhist culture. On June 25, 2001, Fayuan Temple was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as the fifth batch of national key cultural relics protection units.

📍Address: No. 7, Fayuansi Qianjie, Xicheng District, Beijing 🚗Transportation: Shared bikes are convenient 👍️Must-visit attraction: Fayuansi Temple, also known as Minzhong Temple, is located at No. 7, Fayuansi Qianjie, Xicheng District, Beijing. It was first built in the 19th year of the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty (645) and rebuilt in the 11th year of the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty (1733). It is one of the oldest famous temples in Beijing. Fayuansi Temple covers an area of 6,700 square meters, with a grand architectural scale and rigorous structure. It adopts a central axis symmetrical layout, facing south, and is divided into the middle, east, and west routes. The middle route is the main building, with a character shadow wall, mountain gate, bell and drum tower, Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Guanyin Hall, Pilu Hall, Great Compassion Hall, and Sutra Library from south to north. Fayuansi Temple is not only an ancient temple with a long history in Beijing, but also the location of the Chinese Buddhist Academy and the Chinese Buddhist Library and Museum. It is an important place for training young monks and studying Buddhist culture. 🎟️Tickets: No reservation required, no admission fee 💗Other tips: The autumn scenery is beautiful now

Fayuan Temple - Beijing Attractions 7|||📍Location: No. 7 Fayuan Temple Qianjie, Xicheng District, Beijing (5 min by bike from Taoranting Station, Exit A) 🏰Other names: China Buddhist Library and Relics Museum, Tang Minzhong Temple The temple was built in the 19th year of the Zhenguan era (645 AD) by Emperor Taizong of Tang to commemorate the soldiers who died in the northern expedition. It is the oldest temple in Beijing, and is said to be half of China's history. The temple is solemn and sacred, with four main halls: the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, the Minzhong Pavilion, and the Pilu Hall. The Chinese Buddhist Academy is located on the side, and you can see many monks practicing Buddhism in the temple. The park south of the temple gate is the site of the former Minzhong Temple, and now only a commemorative sculpture remains to tell the long history of the place.

Fayuan Temple is a tranquil place in the bustling city. This temple is located in Xicheng District, Beijing, with a long history and profound cultural heritage. Every time you come here, you can feel a kind of spiritual tranquility and purification. I. Origin and History of the Temple ------ Fayuan Temple, built in the Tang Dynasty, is one of the famous ancient temples in Beijing. The architectural style of the temple is elegant and simple, reflecting the ancient Chinese architectural art and culture. For hundreds of years, the incense here has been prosperous, attracting countless believers and tourists to worship. II. Beauty of Architecture ------ Entering Fayuan Temple, the first thing that comes into view is the simple wooden door and the majestic Daxiong Hall. The stone steps are winding and winding, leading people to the depths of the temple. Every corner of the temple reveals a kind of solemnity and solemnity, which makes people feel awe. Here, you can feel the passage of time and the precipitation of history. III. Inheritance of Buddhist Culture -------- Fayuan Temple is not only an art palace of architecture, but also a place for the inheritance of Buddhist culture. There are various Buddha statues and Bodhisattva statues in the temple, each of which is vivid and lifelike. Here, you can hear the sound of monks chanting sutras and feel the profoundness of Buddhist culture. IV. Baptism of the Soul ------ In Fayuan Temple, every visitor can get a baptism of the soul. The staff in the temple are friendly and enthusiastic. They will patiently explain the origin of each building and the story of each Buddha statue for tourists. Here, you can put down the troubles and distractions in your heart, and truly feel the inner peace and tranquility. V. Cultural Activities and Exchanges --------- In addition to daily Buddhist activities, Fayuan Temple also regularly holds various cultural activities and exchange activities. These activities not only enrich the cultural life of the temple, but also attract more tourists to visit. Here, you can meet friends from all over the world and discuss the connotation and value of Buddhist culture together. Fayuan Temple is a temple with a long history and cultural heritage. Here, you can feel the profoundness of Chinese culture and the profound connotation of Buddhist culture. Entering Fayuan Temple is like entering a spiritual haven, where you can temporarily put down the pressure and troubles of life and truly enjoy the inner peace and harmony.

Fayuan Temple, a 5th batch national key cultural relic protection unit, Qing Dynasty, ancient architecture. The temple was originally named Minzhong Temple and was built in the first year of Wuzetian Wansui Tongtian of the Tang Dynasty (696). It was rebuilt after the Youzhou earthquake in the sixth year of Xianyong of the Liao Dynasty (1070). In the tenth year of Zhengtong of the Ming Dynasty (1445), the court issued a volume of scriptures, which has been preserved to this day. In the eleventh year of Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty (1733), it was rebuilt and named Fayuan Temple. Fayuan Temple has six courtyards, facing south. On the central axis, there are buildings such as the mountain gate, the bell and drum tower, the Heavenly King Hall, the Daxiong Hall, the Minzhong Terrace, the Jingye Hall, the Dabeitan, and the Sutra Pavilion. The east road is the dining hall, the abbot and the monk's house. There are still a few monks' rooms on the west road. Since I read Li Ao's Beijing Fayuan Temple many years ago, I have always wanted to come and see it. Today I finally made it, but unfortunately I have forgotten what I read at that time, and I will look at it again when I go home. I met two strangers in the temple, and together we admired the inscriptions of the Yuan and Ming dynasties in the temple, and talked about history, which was quite interesting.

"Fayuan Temple" is located at No. 7 Fayuan Temple Front Street, Beijing. It is a historic ancient temple. Fayuan Temple was first built in the 19th year of the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty (645 AD). Initially, it was built by Emperor Taizong of Tang to commemorate the fallen soldiers and was named Minzhong Temple. In the 11th year of the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty (1735 AD), it was renamed Fayuan Temple. The temple's architecture is grand in scale, facing south from the north. From south to north, it consists of the Mountain Gate, Bell and Drum Towers, Hall of Heavenly Kings, Mahavira Hall, Guanyin Hall, Vairocana Hall, Great Compassion Altar, and Sutra Library. In 1924, Lin Huiyin, Xu Zhimo, and others accompanied the Indian poet Tagore to admire the lilacs at Fayuan Temple, creating a memorable moment in literary history.

Under the bright early summer sun, the ancient Fayuan Temple stands. Fayuan Temple was founded during the Tang Dynasty and has a history of a thousand years, making it one of the oldest famous temples in Beijing. The temple complex is not large, but it is very comfortable to stroll around. Here, people can temporarily forget the troubles of the mundane world, listen quietly to the wisdom of Buddhism, and find inner peace and tranquility. 📷 Photo Check-in Strategy: The temple's architectural style is elegant and solemn, with a 'one-character screen wall' from south to north. Behind the mountain gate is the first courtyard, with the 'Hall of Heavenly Kings' as the main hall in the courtyard, and the 'Bell and Drum Towers' on the east and west sides of the courtyard. Passing the Hall of Heavenly Kings, you enter the second courtyard, with the 'Mahavira Hall' as the main hall. In front of the hall, there are many stone carvings and sutra pillars. Passing the Mahavira Hall, you enter the third courtyard, with the 'Merciful Loyalty Pavilion' as the main hall. The outer walls of the pavilion are inlaid with many stone carvings. Passing the Merciful Loyalty Pavilion, you enter the fourth courtyard, with the 'Vairocana Hall' as the main hall. In front of the hall, there is a huge stone bowl with beautiful lotus flowers in the water. Passing the Vairocana Hall, you enter the fifth courtyard, with the 'Guanyin Hall' as the main hall. There are also historical ritual instruments in the shape of dragons and fish. 🎫 Ticket: Free admission, no reservation required, each person can get three free incense sticks on the right side after entering. 🏡 Name: Fayuan Temple 📍 Address: No. 7, Fayuansi Qian Street, Xicheng District, Beijing ⏰ Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 08:30-16:00 🚇 Transportation: About 12 minutes' walk from Exit D of Caishikou Station on Subway Lines 4/7

It is said to be the oldest temple in Yanjing, established during the Tang Dynasty's Zhenguan era. Last time I went to Tanzhe Temple, they claimed that the oldest was from the Western Jin Dynasty, so I'm not sure how to count... Fayuan Temple is currently under renovation, especially the Mahavira Hall, where many highlights of the visit cannot be seen. So it might be better to wait a while before visiting, as the Five-Direction Buddhas in the Pilu Hall are very distinctive! Additionally, this place is also the founding site of the Chinese Buddhist Academy, so it must be very meaningful for Buddhist students.

⛰【Travel Tips】 📍Detailed address: Fayuan Temple, located on the east side of the southern end of Jiaozihu Alley outside Xuanwumen in Beijing, was built in the 19th year of Tang Taizong's Zhenguan era (645 AD). It is the oldest famous temple in Beijing, the site of the Chinese Buddhist Academy and the Chinese Buddhist Library and Cultural Relics Museum. It is an important place for training young monks and studying Buddhist culture. 🚗Transportation tips: Exit from the D exit of Fayuan Temple subway station. The Beijing Fayuan Temple flower viewing guide shows that to get to Fayuan Temple, one should exit from the D exit of the Caishikou subway station and walk there. The journey is only over 800 meters and won't take much time. On one hand, because it passes through romantic alleys such as Lanhutong, Qijing Hutong, and Xizhuan Hutong, one can fully experience the authentic old Beijing along the way. Therefore, exit from the D exit of Fayuan Temple subway station. 🕙Opening hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 💰Ticket price: 20

Hello everyone, ☺️ if you come to Beijing for a trip on May Day, you must embark on a romantic City walk in the Hutongs! Recently, with the spring warmth and flowers blooming, Lanman Hutong has become even more beautiful this spring. I went there again last week to experience it, and it has truly turned into a poem of romance! The Hutongs in spring are full of vitality, with green trees providing shade🌳 and a variety of flowers💐. Cute graffiti adorns the walls. Apart from a few shops at the entrance undergoing renovation, the rest remains much the same as my last visit. If you're lucky, you might even see wisteria. Even without the wisteria blooms, the sight of the flowers and plants is very pleasing! ❣️【City walk Route】👉 South Banjie Hutong➡️Lanman Hutong➡️Qi Jing Hutong (Wisteria)➡️Fayuan Temple➡️Xi Zhuan Hutong 🔸First stop: South Banjie Hutong 📍Shaoxing Guild Hall Mr. Lu Xun lived here for 7 years and wrote 'Diary of a Madman'. Currently, you cannot enter to visit, but you can take a look at the place where he lived at the entrance. 🔸Second stop: Lanman Hutong 📍Lanman landmark - Don't forget to look down at your feet～ 📍Lanman Flower Field - The entrance is decorated with artistic and fresh elements (it was under renovation last week, so you can only take pictures at the entrance). 📍OONAGH - A retro artistic coffee shop, perfect for taking photos at the entrance. 📍Pigeon House - I really like the words on the glass, where you can watch pigeons. 📍Red Salon - There are exhibitions inside to experience the red romance, and there are many nostalgic old items. 📍Wall graffiti - Walking along Lanman Hutong, you will see a lot of graffiti, including The Little Prince, a girl watering plants, riding a bicycle, 'I'm waiting for you in Lanman' landmarks, and so on～ 📍Ten Thousand Coffee - The small house-shaped cafe has chairs where you can sit and take photos for check-in. 🔸Third stop: Qi Jing Hutong To the right of 'The Little Prince graffiti', this Hutong was filled with wisteria flowers in April, and the large swaths of purple are really super romantic💕 🔸Fourth stop: Fayuan Temple 'A Fayuan Temple, half of the history of the capital city'... This place has a history of over 1700 years. The temple is very tranquil, and there is a small garden across the street where many elderly people exercise, play chess, and cards. 🔸Fifth stop: Xi Zhuan Hutong Don't forget to look at the words under your feet～ There are murals on the walls. Continue to enjoy the walk forward, and at an intersection, you will see Firefly Coffee☕️. I really like the flowers and the little bear at the entrance! It's fresh and suitable for taking photos and checking in📷 🚇Transportation: Subway line 4 or line 7, Caishikou Station Exit D 🚶‍♂️This place is not far from Niu Street, after strolling around, you can go for some delicious food! Beijing·China

It is the oldest existing temple in Beijing, founded in the 19th year of the Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty (645). During the Tang Dynasty, it was known as Minzhong Temple, and it was renovated and renamed to its current name during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty. In 1965, the Chinese Buddhist Academy was established within the temple. Fayuan Temple covers an area of about 6700 square meters, with a grand architectural scale and a rigorous structure. It adopts a central axis symmetrical layout, with structures including the mountain gate, bell and drum towers, the Hall of Heavenly Kings, the Mahavira Hall, Minzhong Terrace, Jingye Hall, Wuliang Hall, the Great Compassion Altar, the Sutra Repository, and the Great Pervasive Awakening Hall, arranged from south to north. Chinese Buddhist Academy 'A single Fayuan Temple, half of China's history.' Since its construction, this millennium-old temple has been closely linked with the great changes of the times. The past history and the inscriptions in the temple will tell you that Fayuan Temple is not just a temple, but also the site of many significant historical events. For over thirteen hundred years, rulers have prayed here for the stability of the country; dethroned monarchs have felt the pain of a nation's fall and family ruin; exiled loyal officials have sought refuge here to express their aspirations; impassioned patriots have clenched their fists in frustration here; and many down-and-out scholars have sought to change their fate here... In the vicissitudes of history, Fayuan Temple has been destroyed and rebuilt, just like the fate of the Chinese nation, enduring calamities and rising from the ashes time and again.

💧Wutai Mountain Spring💦 checks in ✔️ at Beijing Fayuan Temple 📍No. 7, Fayuan Temple Front Street, Xicheng District, Beijing Visit the millennium-old Fayuan Temple before the May Day holiday It rained yesterday, and today the road is crowded with people The temple is still quiet, making the trip worthwhile This year I missed the blooming period of lilacs and crabapples Fayuan Temple, originally named Minzhong Temple, was built for a hundred thousand loyal martyrs Inside the temple, the Hua Yan Three Saints and the Thousand-Handed Guanyin are worshipped There are also many exquisite ritual instruments to photograph The scale is not large, but it has witnessed many historical moments Having gone through the 'Wuzong's persecution of Buddhism' and the An Lushan Rebellion It is still preserved, and many righteous men have been exonerated here For example, Yuan Chonghuan from the late Ming Dynasty, Kang Youwei and Tan Sitong from the late Qing Dynasty Inside the Mahavira Hall, there is a plaque written by Emperor Qianlong, 'The True Source of the Dharma Sea' A million precepts are all 'flowing'; only a sincere heart is the 'source' At the end of the Northern Song Dynasty, Emperors Qin and Hui were also imprisoned here by the Jurchens The latter, while being held in Wuguocheng, Wrote the most desperate seven-character quatrain in history: 'All night the west wind breaks the door, desolate and lonely inn with a dim lamp. Looking back at the home mountain three thousand miles away, eyes fail to see any geese flying in the southern sky.' Fayuan Temple, half of Chinese history, is not without its tragic colors

Although it is the wisteria season, Beijing is covered with purple But in the alley, such a big old tree is really rare The largest alley wisteria waterfall Now in full bloom mode There are so many flowers that they can cover the roof. The residents are so happy! ! ! This century-old wisteria tree is in front of the gate of No. 3 Qijing Hutong. The wisteria vines are twisted and entwined, clinging to the ancient locust trees in mid-air, which is quite spectacular. Neighbors say that it looks very beautiful in July and August. It is a famous vine known to everyone in the neighborhood and a treasure of Hutong. Qijing Hutong was built in the Qing Dynasty. In the early years, there were seven small wells here to supply water to nearby residents, so it was named Qijing Hutong and the name is still used today. The well no longer exists today. The direction of the alley is very special, it is in a "T" shape. The "Draft of the Gazetteer of the Alleys and Streets of the Capital" mentions that "there is only one well in Qijing Hutong". It is 310 meters long and was included in the traditional place name protection list of the capital's functional core area in 2022. 💯Qijing Hutong is between Lanman Hutong and Xizhuan Hutong, both of which are near Fayuan Temple. When you go to Fayuan Temple to check in, you can stroll around the nearby alleys and you will have different gains. 🌷Flower viewing location: Entrance to No. 3 Courtyard, Qijing Hutong 💥You can navigate to Lanman Hutong, the flowers and trees are huge and easy to find.

Today, there is a lilac poetry event, and Fayuan Temple is closed for the occasion. If you're planning to visit, please check the event times to avoid a wasted trip The lilacs at Fayuan Temple are blooming beautifully, each plant thriving and the fragrance is overwhelming. It can make you feel a bit dizzy if you smell too much There are various small games at the poetry event where you can win prizes, and there are also some lilac-themed cultural and creative products available. If you're interested, feel free to come and browse.

Entering Beijing in April, There is a flower-viewing temple that you must visit. That is Fayuan Temple. Different from other ancient temples for flower viewing in Beijing, One, two, three, four... This is an ancient temple located in a lilac forest. Finally, I was able to appreciate the splendor of one of Beijing's four major flower events. It was first built in the 19th year of Emperor Taizong of Tang Dynasty (645 AD) and rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty. It has a "seven courtyards and six courtyards" style and is symmetrical along the central axis. It is somewhat similar to the style of Zhihua Temple. The statues in the temple are mainly Tang style. 📍Lilac flower location: around the main hall, around the Minzhong Pavilion, around the Pilu Hall, in front of the Guanyin Hall 📍A large crabapple tree: behind the Guanyin Temple ✅Flowering period: early April to late April 💯Historical events: 1. Where loyal and righteous people stay: Martyrs Cemetery of Tang Dynasty: Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, issued an edict to mourn the fallen soldiers who refused to submit to Goguryeo during the northern expedition to Liaodong; Empress Wu Zetian named it Minzhong Temple. After the An-Shi Rebellion, the Shuntian Temple was restored to the Minzhong Temple. Ming Dynasty: Yuan Chonghuan Qing Dynasty: The bodies of Tan Sitong and others who were among the Six Gentlemen of Wuxu were buried here 2. Emperor Qinzong of Song was imprisoned during the Liao Dynasty. 3. During the Qing Dynasty, Emperor Yongzheng named it Fayuan Temple 4. Qi Baishi had a side room here 💎Relics: 1⃣ Thousand Buddhas Circling Vairocana: A three-layer bronze statue from the Ming Dynasty, with a lotus seat composed of 1,024 small statues. In the words of teacher Wang Gang, the statue has "full bones" 2⃣ Large white marble sea: Imperial grade A, carved by Emperor Qianlong based on his favorite Dushan large jade sea, originally a royal possession of the Yuan Dynasty 3⃣Iron tripod and bronze lion: The bronze lion is similar to the bronze lions in the Forbidden City and Yiyuan in Beijing. 4⃣Bronze statues of the Four Heavenly Kings and the Three Holy Ones of Avatamsaka from the Ming Dynasty: very Tang-style. Transportation: Fayuansiqian Street, on the central axis, Caishikou subway station, 6 minutes by bike