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Buddhist temples & pagodas
Longhua Temple
Shanghai, China
Longhua Temple, originally built in 242 AD, stands as the oldest and largest temple in Shanghai, known for its impressive pagoda, dating back to the Song Dynasty. Visitors can wander through the Grand Hall of the Great Sage, home to a 3.87-meter statue of Buddha, intricately carved and gilded. Ideal for those interested in ancient architecture and Buddhist practices.
Good to know
- Best months
- Mar–May
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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