Hangzhou: Lingyin Temple and Stove Painting Experience
ID: GYG1256934-1924561
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Experience the tranquility of Lingyin Temple in Hangzhou. Copy scriptures, pray for blessings, and admire the ancient architecture. Visit the Grand Canal and learn about stove painting.
Begin your journey at Lingyin Temple, the oldest renowned monastery in Hangzhou, with a history of nearly 1,700 years. Known as "the Most Beautiful Temple in China" and "the Premier Place of Blessing in Qiantang," this sacred site offers a serene atmosphere for prayer and reflection.
Copy scriptures and pray for your own and your family's good health, while admiring the ancient architecture dating back 1,700 years. Feel the tranquility of this sacred place as you connect with its rich history and spiritual significance.
Next, head to the Hangzhou Grand Canal Stove Painting Experience Hall to admire traditional stove painting works. Learn stovehead painting techniques from intangible cultural heritage inheritors and gain insight into this precious folk art heritage.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of Lingyin Temple
- Copy scriptures and pray for blessings for yourself and your family
- Admire the ancient architecture of the temple, dating back 1,700 years
- Visit the Hangzhou Grand Canal and learn about stove painting
- Discover the art of stove painting and learn techniques from experts
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Lingyin Temple is a Buddhist holy site with a history of nearly 1,700 years.
Stove painting is a precious folk art heritage in Hangzhou.
Visitors can learn stovehead painting techniques from intangible cultural heritage inheritors.
INCLUDED
- Visit to Lingyin Temple
- Scripture copying and prayer
- Admiration of ancient architecture
- Visit to Hangzhou Grand Canal
- Admiration of stove painting works
- Learning stovehead painting techniques
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
