Longhua Temple Review

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Longhua Temple

  • Address: 2853 Longhua Lu, Xuhui, Shanghai
  • Phone: 021/6456-6085; 021/6457-6327

Fodor's Review:

Shanghai's largest and most active temple has as its centerpiece a seven-story, eight-sided pagoda. While the temple is thought to have been built in the 3rd century, the pagoda dates from the 10th century; it's not open to visitors. Near the front entrance of the temple stands a three-story bell tower, where a 3.3-ton bronze bell is rung at midnight every New Year's Eve. Along the side corridors of the temple you'll find the Longhua Hotel, a vegetarian restaurant, and a room filled seven rows deep with small golden statues. The third hall is the most impressive. Its three giant Buddhas sit beneath a swirled red and gold dome.

  • Cost: Y10 with free incense and an extra Y50 to strike the bell
  • Open: Daily 7-4:30
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