Hangzhou Temple Walk
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Country: China
Country: China
Duration: 04:00 hours
Description
A temple journey through Hangzhou’s most famous and hidden spiritual gems.
Part 1 — Feilai Feng Grotto Sculpture Complex
- Feilai Feng is a striking limestone peak adorned with over 380 Buddhist grotto statues, dating from the 10th to 14th centuries.
- The site combines natural wonder with artistic devotion - where stone, nature, and faith unite in perfect harmony.
Part 2 — Lingyin Temple
- Founded in 328 AD, Lingyin Temple is one of China’s oldest and most celebrated Buddhist sanctuaries. Nestled in a peaceful valley west of West Lake, it rests gracefully between Feilai Feng Peak and the Lingjing Stream.
- Visitors can explore the Hall of Heavenly Kings and the Great Hero Hall, admire magnificent Buddha statues, and immerse themselves in the incense-filled calm of this living temple.
Part 3 — Faxi Temple
- A quiet counterpart to Lingyin, Faxi Temple offers a serene escape favored by Hangzhou locals. Perched along a bamboo-lined mountainside, it features elegant Jiangnan-style monastic architecture and panoramic views of the valley below.
- Renowned for its blessings of love, peace, and prosperity, Faxi Temple radiates a tranquil energy - ideal for those seeking reflection and renewal.
Experience the Spirit of Hangzhou
- This journey is more than a sightseeing tour—it’s an encounter with the spiritual heart of Hangzhou. Let the scent of incense, the sound of temple bells, and the timeless architecture guide you toward inner calm and inspiration.
Part 1 — Feilai Feng Grotto Sculpture Complex
- Feilai Feng is a striking limestone peak adorned with over 380 Buddhist grotto statues, dating from the 10th to 14th centuries.
- The site combines natural wonder with artistic devotion - where stone, nature, and faith unite in perfect harmony.
Part 2 — Lingyin Temple
- Founded in 328 AD, Lingyin Temple is one of China’s oldest and most celebrated Buddhist sanctuaries. Nestled in a peaceful valley west of West Lake, it rests gracefully between Feilai Feng Peak and the Lingjing Stream.
- Visitors can explore the Hall of Heavenly Kings and the Great Hero Hall, admire magnificent Buddha statues, and immerse themselves in the incense-filled calm of this living temple.
Part 3 — Faxi Temple
- A quiet counterpart to Lingyin, Faxi Temple offers a serene escape favored by Hangzhou locals. Perched along a bamboo-lined mountainside, it features elegant Jiangnan-style monastic architecture and panoramic views of the valley below.
- Renowned for its blessings of love, peace, and prosperity, Faxi Temple radiates a tranquil energy - ideal for those seeking reflection and renewal.
Experience the Spirit of Hangzhou
- This journey is more than a sightseeing tour—it’s an encounter with the spiritual heart of Hangzhou. Let the scent of incense, the sound of temple bells, and the timeless architecture guide you toward inner calm and inspiration.
Highlights
- Explore Feilai Feng, China's most evocative grotto art complex.
- Visit Lingyin Temple, Hangzhou's most iconic temple.
- Visit Faxi Temple, a local favorite cherished for its quiet charm.
- Offers a meaningful connection to Hangzhou’s living Buddhist heritage.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Guide and commentary services
- Shuttle transfer between Lingyin Temple and Faxi Temple
- Admission Tickets for Lingyin Temple、Feilai Feng and Faxi Temple
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Transportation costs other than the shuttle bus between Lingyin Temple and Faxi Temple
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.