[2025 Xichang Attraction] Travel Guide for Lingying Temple (Updated Jul)

Lingying Temple was built in the Tang Dynasty and is located in Xichang City, Sichuan Province. It covers an area of ​​about 5,000 square meters. The building complex is mainly composed of the Main Hall, Heavenly King Hall, Sutra Library, Guanyin Hall, Bell and Drum Tower, etc. The Main Hall is a two-story brick and wood structure that houses a statue of Sakyamuni Buddha. The temple is located in a mountainous area and it is recommended to bring appropriate cold weather gear. #Mainland China Attractions

Only 500 RMB per person, the ultimate guide to Xichang, Sichuan's "Little Sanya" You must visit Xichang at least once—feel the evening breeze of Qionghai Lake and experience the romance of this "Little Spring City." Here’s the ultimate guide, save it now! 🌅【Attraction Recommendations】 - **Qionghai National Wetland Park**: The second-largest freshwater lake in Sichuan, free entry. You can cycle or take a boat tour. The scenery changes with the seasons: lush flowers in spring and summer, flocks of migratory birds in autumn and winter, and the golden beach offers a "Little Sanya" vibe for photos. - **Lushan Mountain**: Adjacent to Qionghai Lake, known as the "Southern Paradise." Hike up to visit Guangfu Temple and the Yi Ethnic Slave Society Museum, then take the thrilling slide down while enjoying a panoramic view of Qionghai Lake. - **Jianchang Ancient City**: Over 600 years of history. Stroll through the ancient streets, check out the city walls and gates, and soak in the historical charm. Take a break at a street-side café when tired. - **Dashiban Ancient Village**: Nestled between Luojishan Mountain and Qionghai Lake. The orange walls of Lingying Temple are perfect for photos, and the village offers unique homestays and local food—ideal for a leisurely day out. 🍱【Food Guide】 - **Firepot BBQ**: A Xichang specialty. Large chunks of meat sizzle on charcoal, served with special dipping sauce and lettuce wraps. Highly recommended: Li Xiaochang Specialty BBQ Garden (flagship store). - **Skewers**: Must-tries include spicy fish slices and grilled small intestines, perfectly cooked. Xiaoyucun Haoyoulai is a popular spot. - **Pot-Side Potatoes**: A fried food lover’s dream. Purple potatoes and stuffed tofu are fried around the pot, served with chili and coriander dip. Try Xide Pot-Side Fried Potatoes on Mingdian Street. - **Rice Noodles**: A Xichang breakfast staple. Beef/lamb offal noodles or chicken-and-ham noodles with rich broth and toppings. Shuicheng Xiongshi and Yipin Xian Lamb Noodles are top choices. 🚗【Transportation】 - **Getting There**: Drive if nearby; for long distances, take the high-speed train (about 3 hours from Chengdu to Xichang). - **Local Transport**: Taxis are convenient (starting at 8 RMB), or rent an e-bike to explore freely and comfortably. 🏠【Accommodation Tips】 - **For Qionghai Lake views**: Choose Qionghai Hotel, a lakeside state guesthouse with direct park access, or Xichang Qionghai Saibo Hotel for stunning sea-view rooms. - **For unique charm**: Xichang Qionghai General's Mansion Yebao Junting Hotel offers antique-style decor, private mansion access, and a starry sky hot tub.

Lingying Temple, located in Xichang, Sichuan, is a historic and culturally rich ancient temple. It boasts unique architectural styles and profound Buddhist culture. Getting there is convenient. From the city center, you can take the Huanhu Bus Route 106 or the Huanhu Tourist Bus Line and get off at the "Dashiban" station. From there, it's about a 3-minute walk to the temple. If you're driving, set your GPS to "Lingying Temple" or "Dashiban Ancient Village," and you'll find parking nearby. The temple's exterior is striking with its orange walls. Inside, you'll find traditional architectural elements like flying eaves and intricate wooden carvings, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. The temple houses numerous halls, each featuring distinctive Buddha statues. Additionally, there are valuable cultural relics such as Ming Dynasty plaques and Qing Dynasty murals. For the best experience, visit on a sunny morning when the sunlight enhances the beauty of the orange walls, making it perfect for photography. You can also rent traditional Yi ethnic costumes for photoshoots at the temple. However, remember to maintain silence inside the temple, respect religious customs, and avoid littering.

June sunshine is just right 💦 Qionghai Lake shimmers with sparkling ripples Palm trees sway by the sandy shore 🌴 This "Little Spring City" has romance etched in its DNA 🚶‍➡️ A weekend trip is all you need for maximum fun Bookmark this freshly baked guide now! 💯 Must-visit spots: 🌅 Qionghai Lake A freshwater paradise! Cycling around the lake is incredibly therapeutic. Catch sunrise at Bird-Watching Island in the morning – the boardwalk photos look like seaside shots~ The Black Swan Café by Qionghai is lovely too, with vast lawns perfect for coffee and chilling 🏖️ Jinlin Beach Living up to its "Sichuan's Little Sanya" reputation! Coconut groves + white sand + azure lake waters. Best light after 4pm 🏡 Dashiban Ancient Village 600-year-old Yi ethnic village! Orange walls with blue tiles – the saffron walls of Lingying Temple make phenomenal photo backdrops 🏯 Jianchang Ancient City Night views are UNMATCHED! Ascend Datong Gate for panoramic city lights, with alleys full of artsy boutiques 🏔️ Nearby attractions: 🌾 Gukede Alpine meadows + purple azalea seas (June) – breathtakingly beautiful ❄️ Luojishan Mountain Inky-blue lakes + primeval forests. The cable car ride through sea of clouds is awe-inspiring ♨️ Jiushijuli Waterfall Hot Springs 40℃ thermal waters cascade down cliffs – soak while rainbows form 🍖 Xichang delicacies: Firepot BBQ, Xiaoyucun grilled fish, Liangshan burgers, lamb rice noodles, Dechang rolled noodles, Liangshan Snow yogurt, Mianning local cuisine, drunken shrimp. Plus amazingly cheap and delicious fruits! 🚶‍♀️‍➡️ Weekend bullet train itinerary: DAY1: Chengdu → Xichang → Qionghai Lake → Jianchang Ancient City DAY2: Dashiban Village → Jinlin Beach → Return Pack your bags this weekend For sunbathing, BBQ feasts, and flower oceans! 🎉🎉 Feeling tempted, fellow travelers? Click → "Chat with TA" at bottom left to customize your perfect trip!

My friends! I'm announcing that my Xichang day trip guide is amazing! I stayed up all night to organize this nanny-level itinerary, and I was so excited that I couldn't sleep at all. I drove 5 hours to this treasure of a small city, and it turns out that it was all worth it! Who says you can't have a great time on a day trip? Follow my itinerary and easily check off Xichang's essential attractions! There are no admission fees for the entire trip, and you can take atmospheric blockbusters wherever you go. Quickly save this super practical guide 👇 🗺️ One-day walking tour route: Jianchang Ancient City → Tangyuan → Diaoyutai → Qionghai Hotel → Moonlit Style Town → Bihai Yuntian Hotel → Dashiban Village → Lingying Temple 📸 Secret spots for taking photos: ✨ Jianchang Ancient City: Stroll along the ancient streets and climb the city walls to take ancient-style blockbusters that look like they're from a thousand years ago in minutes. ✨ Diaoyutai: A stunning sunrise viewing spot, accompanied by flocks of seagulls. The sunlight shines on the sparkling Qionghai Lake, and every frame looks like a movie scene. ✨ Moonlit Style Town: It's like being in Jeju Island, and if you're lucky, you might even encounter a rainbow! You can also take a boat to the small fishing village and experience a romantic water trip. ✨ Dashiban Village & Lingying Temple: There are many photo studios to meet your photography needs. The orange walls of Lingying Temple shine in the sun, and every photo you take will be a blockbuster that will take over your social media! 🏨 Highly recommended accommodation: Xichang Shuxia Resort Hotel! Stay in a loft, and you can see Qionghai Lake from the window. The view is amazing! The location is super convenient, and you can walk to Qionghai Lake to watch the sunrise. It's also super convenient to take a taxi to various attractions. 🍢 Food radar activated: Small fishing village barbecue, Liangshan burgers, brazier barbecue, mint mutton rice noodles, hand-rolled cold noodles, Huili chicken shreds, drunken shrimp... You won't be able to stop eating any of them! My friends, quickly save this guide and take a Xichang trip that you can just take!

It’s really hard to comment on the weather in Chengdu in winter. Since I had a child, I’m more afraid of the cold and don’t want to go out at all. But the children still have to stay up on weekends. [Congratulate] is a good choice. Xichang, with its good weather, is almost a substitute for Sanya! The kids also love this place very much. High-speed trains are so convenient now. Special forces soldiers go there directly on weekends. There are so many fun and delicious things to do, and the photos are also very good. 🗺️Itinerary: Day 1️⃣: Set off for a relaxing tour Xichang West Railway Station➡️Jianchang Ancient City➡️Torch Square➡️Bird Island Wetland Park➡️Moonlight Town➡️Golden Scale Beach Day 2️⃣: Qionghai Beach City Walk Diaoyutai➡️Lushan➡️Yinlin Beach➡️Dashiban Village➡️Return 📷Photography spots: ✅Jianchang Ancient City & Tang Garden This ancient city has existed since the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The buildings here are very distinctive. You can take photos on the city wall. The background of the green-tiled houses is very photogenic. The ancient city is more beautiful at night. During the day, I climbed the city wall to take pictures, strolled around and ate. The night view was beautiful at night. The two places are not far away. ✅Lushan This is the highest mountain in Xichang City. There are many monkeys on the mountain, but the monkeys here are not as rude as those in Mount Emei. It’s okay if they don’t have food in their hands. Walk up the mountain (about 20 minutes) to Guangfu Temple Or take the sightseeing bus up the mountain (5 yuan for a few minutes) to Guangfu Temple ➡️Visit the Liangshan Yi Slave Society Museum ➡️The observation deck overlooks the entire city🏙 ➡️🚠Cable car/slide down the mountain (you can take the most beautiful sea view cableway) You can also walk down the mountain. (One-way cable car 35, slide 40) But a more fun way to visit Lushan is to walk up (20 minutes), then take the cable car down (to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Qionghai), or take the slide down. ✅Dashiban Village It is a small village with unique characteristics. There is a Lingying Temple in the village that you must visit. The orange-red walls are very suitable for taking pictures, very beautiful! You can rent Yi costumes in the village for taking photos, usually for 80 yuan. Avoid holidays when there are not many people. Two hours of walking around and taking photos is enough. You can also have a meal of "Lao Xiao Fresh Fish". One fish 🐟 three ways to eat, spicy and clear soup are available, which can satisfy both adults and children ✅Jinlin Beach (watch the sunset) This is the most suitable beach for watching sunset in Xichang. Try to arrive early. The further you go inside, the fewer people there are. Children can dig in the sand while adults can take beautiful sunset photos. It is really a concrete manifestation of the peaceful years. ✅Diaoyutai A wooden bridge stretches out to Qionghai Lake, and beside it there are various tree trunks deep in the water. This is the popular photo spot in Qionghai Lake. If you walk a little further forward, you can also take a boat to feed the seagulls (don’t buy biscuits from the shore, as the seagulls won’t eat them). You can walk along the plank road and take some photos, including trees of various shapes 🌴｜feeding seagulls｜fishing boats 🚤｜Black Swan Coffee☕️. A bunch of beautiful photos along the way. ✅Moonlight style town It feels like a branch island of Jeju Island. There are many photo spots, and every photo you take is beautiful. Navigate to "Bi Hai Yun Tian Hotel" and walk down the road next to it. ✅Silverscale Beach There are fewer people here than at Jinlin Beach. The sand is bright white, and it is very relaxing when there are blue skies and white clouds. Children like the sand-digging project, which really liberates parents [Chukle] and can dig for half a day ✅Torch Square The 56 huge red pillars on the square represent 56 ethnic groups. It is very shocking to feel the unique culture of the Yi people. The Torch Festival is held here. 🍜Food guide: Xichang fire pot barbecue (we went to eat Li Xiaochang, the environment is good and the taste is also very good), Huili chicken fire shreds, drunken shrimp, Liangshan snow (a bit like the lactic acid drink I drank when I was a child), mutton rice noodles, potato burgers, etc. are all local specialties. There are all kinds of delicious local fruits in different seasons. 🏨Accommodation Guide: The green coverage rate of Qionghai Hotel is high. There are free-range peacocks, black swans, squirrels and various birds living here🐦. Children like it very much. They open their eyes and look for peacocks. 🚄Transportation strategy: Chengdu high-speed train 🚄 to Xichang, 3 hours. Chengdu South➡️Xichang West, 149R/person (it is recommended to take the 8 am high-speed train) short time‼ ️The return ticket must be purchased in advance. 💗Other tips: 1. If you visit the above attractions quickly, you can go to the Nantan Farmer's Market, where there are many cheap fruits. Strawberries, blueberries, and instant freedom. There are different fruits in different seasons. Every time I go there, I will send a lot of fruits home. 2. Xichang has a big temperature difference between morning and evening, so you should bring thick clothes. 3. There are many fun and beautiful spots around Qionghai Lake. It is more pleasant to rent a car or drive around the lake. In order to allow the children to experience it firsthand, we chose to rent a mobile bicycle that children can sit on, because she has never sat on one and she likes it very much. 4. You need to scan the code when getting off the long-distance bus in Xichang. Please check if there is a code scanning machine next to the door when getting off the bus. 5. Search for Xichang Yuecheng Bus Card on Alipay or WeChat in advance, and then scan the code to ride the bus

✅Nestled in the mountains and rivers of Xichang lies a sacred place of faith and tranquility—Lingying Temple. Like a pearl hidden from the world, it exudes a unique and captivating charm, drawing countless visitors to explore. ✅As you approach Lingying Temple, the first thing that catches your eye is its magnificent and solemn architecture. With its flying eaves and painted beams, it stands majestically against the backdrop of blue skies and white clouds. Every detail showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of the artisans, silently telling stories of the past. ✅Stepping through the temple gate, a serene and peaceful atmosphere envelops you, instantly dispelling the noise and chaos of the world. Ancient trees tower in the courtyard, casting shade, while a gentle breeze rustles the leaves, as if playing a soft Buddhist melody. Sunlight filters through the branches, creating patches of golden light, like a dreamlike fairyland.

⛱️Must-visit attractions: Lingying Temple, Dashi Ban Ancient Village 🌄Travel tips: Dress in traditional local costumes and wander through the alleys of the ancient village to experience the local culture. Then, take a group photo at Lingying Temple. 🚴Transportation tips: You can rent an electric scooter🛵 or bicycle🚲 near the hotel in the city center, or take the Lake Loop Line bus🚌. It is not recommended to drive as parking is inconvenient. 💗Other tips: Do not rent costumes from the photo studios near Lingying Temple. It is cheaper to rent costumes in the village.

April, May, and June in Xichang are really worth it! Jacaranda, ancient city, Qionghai sunrise, fruits with increased sweetness And the fire pit barbecue I've been talking about I like the climate here, warm in winter and cool in summer, just like Dali You can go there in a weekend~ Departing from Chengdu: 🚗Self-driving | 5.5h 🚄High-speed train | 3h (Second class: 298/person/round trip) ❶ Diaoyutai A suitable place to watch the sunrise, there are many trees of various shapes by the lake, and each one looks good in photos~ The best moment of the sunrise light is just before and after the sun rises, the lake is reflected orange by the sky, and the silhouette is also very atmospheric. Walking along the right side of the lake, there is a boardwalk that extends into the lake, which is an excellent spot for watching the sunrise ❷ Dashiban Ancient Village After watching the sunrise, you can go to Dashiban Ancient Village. The ancient village is not big, and in the morning you can encounter many fresh fruit stalls, achieving freedom with blueberries, cherries, mangoes! Unexpectedly, walking along the main road, both sides are lined with jacarandas, I can't imagine how beautiful it is during the blooming season! ❸ Lingying Temple Located in Dashiban Ancient Village, just walk a few hundred meters along the main road and you can see it, the perimeter is an orange wall, and the inside is filled with incense, which looks too beautiful with the jacarandas on the street side ❹ Jinlin Beach I've been to Xichang several times and finally went to Jinlin Beach this time. The place is not big, with coconut groves and white sandy beaches. I took a few photos and my friends thought I was in Sanya hh, but actually, the best time to go there is at sunset~ 🏷️ 🔆Xichang is not big, the basic attractions are all around Qionghai, 1-2 days is enough for sightseeing, and it is recommended to cycle around Qionghai 🔆Xichang cuisine has a combination of Sichuan and Yunnan flavors, with a taste that tends to be sour and spicy, like Mianning local cuisine restaurant, fire pit barbecue, Xiaoyucun one fish multiple dishes specialty store, etc. are all good choices 🔆Xichang's climate is similar to Kunming, with an average annual temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius, warm in winter and cool in summer, so it is also called 'Little Spring City'

|Visit Dashiban Ancient Village and take photos of the Yi people! I went there for everyone! . 🥳How can a 3-day and 2-night trip to Xichang be complete without taking photos in Dashiban Ancient Village! arrange! Because it was during the Chinese New Year, I was prepared for a lot of people taking photos, but I didn’t expect there would be so many people. There is a photographer every 1 meter! All the girls and kids are wearing Yi costumes, but they look really nice! ✅Take photos📷 Makeup photo 160/person, 👗Clothing rental time 2 hours Photographer taking photo 📷 299/person (6 photos, all negatives included), 499 for one parent and one child (8 photos, all negatives included) ✅ 📸We hired a photographer to take the photos. He is really good at taking portraits 🉑, but the movements are rather rigid. Most of the photos were taken with a red wall as the background, and there was no scenery (but it may also be that there were too many people taking photos 📷, making it difficult to frame the photo). If you have friends with you, just take the photos by yourself, it will look better! The top of the video was taken by the photographer, the bottom was taken by myself, and the photo editing was also done by myself😂 ✅ 📷Photo taking spots: There are many different photo spots around Lingying Temple. There are many people taking photos 📷, so you should go early to avoid queuing, and the light and shadow of the red wall will be better if you go early! 📍: Lingying Temple in Dashiban Village, Xichang 🕐Opening hours: Free and open all day 🚌Public transportation: Take bus No. 106 around the lake or the special bus line around the lake from the city center, get off at the "Da Shi Ban" station, and walk about It can be reached in 3 minutes. 🚗Self-driving: Navigate to "Dashiban Ancient Village", which is about 20 minutes from the city along the Qionghai Ring Road. There are several parking lots at the door with ample parking spaces.

🌟Highlights: Lingying Temple, with its unique architectural color, different from the red walls and yellow tiles, has its own characteristics, and the photos taken are very impressive. 🚉Travel Tips: Take the Xichang Tourist Loop bus, or rent an electric scooter🛵. The general price is between 60 and 80 per day. It's also very convenient for self-driving, with many parking lots available. 🗓Itinerary: It takes about 2 to 3 hours to visit. If you're not in a hurry, you can find a small shop to sit and have a coffee or something. Find a restaurant for lunch, the prices are relatively cheap, the basic specialty is fish. In the afternoon, you can go to the Jinlin Beach🏖️, which is about 4.5 kilometers away from here. If you drive, don't follow the navigation, the location guided by the navigation needs to walk about two or three kilometers to get there. It is recommended to navigate to Qinglong Temple, and after arriving, drive a little further to find a parking lot, from there it's about 700 meters to Jinlin Beach. 🧳Preparation: Generally, check the temperature before departure. When we went, it was 17 degrees. Wearing a base shirt and a sweater is enough, but you'll need to add a coat🧥 after the sun sets in the afternoon. 💰Average cost: Both places do not require tickets🎫. The cost is for lunch at noon, and the cold noodles eaten on the beach in the afternoon, which cost 10 yuan per serving.

The Lingying Temple in Xichang is located in the ancient village of Dashiban in Xichang City, with a history of more than 1500 years. It is a temple in the architectural style of the Qing Dynasty. In 1995, Lingying Temple was designated as the second batch of cultural relics protection units in Xichang City. The architectural style of Lingying Temple retains the characteristics of the Qing Dynasty, mainly in Buddhist yellow, integrating murals and traditional folk painting, with a strong Buddhist cultural atmosphere. The sculptures and murals in the temple also have high artistic value. Lingying: This is the most famous sculpture image of Lingying Temple and the origin of the temple's name. The Lingying is usually carved into a flying posture, with a vivid image, giving a sense of freedom and agility. Buddha statues: There are many Buddha statues enshrined in Lingying Temple, including Sakyamuni Buddha, Medicine Buddha, Amitabha Buddha, etc. These Buddha statues are mostly made of gold or bronze, with solemn and solemn images, showing the majesty and sanctity of Buddhism. Deities and Protectors: There are also some sculptures of deities and protectors in Lingying Temple, such as the Four Heavenly Kings, Weituo, and Kalan. These deities and protectors are mostly presented in the image of generals, holding weapons or Dharma instruments, showing the power and protection of Buddhism. Arhats: There are often sculptures of Arhats in Lingying Temple, such as the Eighteen Arhats, Sixteen Arhats, etc. These Arhats are mostly elders, holding Dharma instruments or musical instruments, showing the image characteristics of Buddhist practitioners. Architectural decoration: There are also many sculpture images in the architectural decoration of Lingying Temple, such as dragons, phoenixes, lions and other auspicious beasts, as well as flowers, landscapes and other natural elements. These sculpture images add more cultural connotations and artistic value to the temple. In summary, the sculpture images of Xichang Lingying Temple are diverse, including Lingying, Buddha statues, deities and protectors, Arhats, and architectural decorations, etc. These sculptures show the characteristics of Buddhist culture and the cultural heritage of Lingying Temple. 【Travel Guide】 Airplane: If you come from other places, you can fly to Xichang Qingshan Airport, and then take a taxi or bus to the city. To go to Lingying Temple from the city, you can choose to take a taxi or bus, which takes about 30 minutes. Train: If you choose to take a train, you can take a taxi or bus to the city after arriving at Xichang Railway Station. Similarly, it takes about 30 minutes from the city to Lingying Temple. Self-driving: If you choose to drive by yourself, you can depart from Chengdu, drive along the G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway, and it takes about 5-6 hours to arrive. 【Ticket Information】Free

Lingying Temple was first built in the Ming Dynasty and is located in Zhonglou Village, Hainan Township, Xichang City. It covers an area of ​​only 6 mu and has a history of more than 500 years. It is said that the temple was originally a swamp that had not dried up for a thousand years. One night, a cry of "Lingying Temple" suddenly appeared in the sky, but only the sound was heard but no shape was seen. The next day at dawn, the water in this place was dry.