Chitinskiy Datsan — Attraction in Центральный район

Chita’s main Buddhist temple lies just outside the centre, a 15-minute walk. It’s a recently built affair, but well-kept, with all its prayer wheels, butter lamps and yin-yang drums firmly in place. The tranquil grounds are home to a tiny buuzy (dumpling) joint. The name of datsan (Damba Braibunling) means "where the rice of the Buddhist teaching was collected." Chita, which is the capital of Zabaikalsky Krai, has become the second Russian city after St. Petersburg to be the lucky owner of a Buddhist shrine, in addition to the existing Christian and Islamic churches. Actually, there had been a Buddhist temple in Chita later destroyed by fire in 1914. It is symbolic that the second temple was opened on the same date as the first, 111 years later. The burnt datsan is the prototype of the current one. New site is supplied with modern conveniences combined with ancient Buryat architecture also featuring Tibetan, Chinese and Russian styles. Two cast-iron lions at the entrance protect the main temple from evil spirits. The place welcomes anyone no matter if you adhere to...

I recently visited the Chita Datsan (Buddhist temple) for the first time, and it left a deep impression on me. Founded in the late 19th century, this datsan is one of the oldest Buddhist centers in Russia and holds great historical and cultural significance.

What makes it even more special is its location — nestled next to a forest, the temple feels incredibly peaceful and connected to nature. The quiet surroundings enhance the sense of calm and sacredness.

Whether you’re spiritual or simply curious, I highly recommend everyone to visit at least once. It’s a unique part of Buryat and Russian heritage that deserves to be seen, felt,...

Уголок буддизма в России. Потрясающая территория,просто красивый парк, можно полюбоваться архитектурой и атмосферой. Чисто визуально очень понравилось,но с точки зрения организации и присутствия национальной бурятской кухни выигрывает Иркутский дацан, территория там в разы проще,но размещены таблички с интересными изречениями, очень грамотная администратор,отвечает на все вопросы, подсказывает куда идти,что можно купить и т.д,а также в Иркутском дацане можно через пищу немножечко прикоснуться к бурятскому быту ( в столовой продают бурятский чай с молоком, хворост,...