Longxing Temple — Attraction in Shijiazhuang

This temple is somewhat confusingly called Big Buddha Temple (大佛寺) by locals (and on some maps and the bus stop), but in fact its official name is Longxing Temple (隆兴寺). A beautiful and very large temple, set in lovely grounds, you should allow at least an hour for your visit. The huge copper Guanyin after which the temple is named is extremely impressive. Entry costs 50RMB. Unlike the other temples in Zhengding which are lit up and stay open until 11pm, this one closes at 5.30.

It’s very easy to get to, being only a 20-minute cab ride/drive from the centre, or take bus 177 from the medical university bus stop (河北医大) north of the stadium on Zhongshan Road to Zhengding Nanmen (正定南门; if using a transport card you’ll be asked to pay a second time when leaving the previous payment zone). Then walk into the walled town to see a map with specific directions to the temple (and all the others...

Beautiful, serene, and calm place. This is worth visiting if you are into admiring historical structures (all the way from Tang Dynasty) with very intricate designs and visiting/praying in the temples. The most memorable part of my visit here is that you can buy a notebook for 15 yuan then you can use the stamps (different designs relating to the temples) provided by the shop owner so you can make your own little cute souvenir, kind of like the train...

Beautiful ancient temple and Buddhist monastery. The gardens and architecture together make this a beautiful and peaceful experience. There are vendors on the site who sell water,...