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Half-Day Tour of Beijing Yonghe Temple (Receive Incense for Blessings & Spin Prayer Wheels for Fortune & Encounter Lamas Chanting Scriptures)
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Half-Day Tour of Beijing Yonghe Temple (Receive Incense for Blessings & Spin Prayer Wheels for Fortune & Encounter Lamas Chanting Scriptures)

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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • Admission to attractions
  • Chinese-speaking guide
  • Ticketing service fees

Not included: Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses

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Overview

- Best times: Fewer people in the morning, quiet and peaceful; afternoon sun is good for photos. - Transportation: Take Metro Line 5 directly to "Yonghegong Station," Exit F. - Hidden gem: Observe the intertwining green glazed tiles and yellow tiles on the temple roof (reflecting the change in status from a princely residence to a temple). - Half a day is enough to experience the solemnity and mystery of this imperial temple, suitable for culture enthusiasts and visitors seeking blessings!

Highlights

Royal Temple: A Tibetan Buddhist sanctuary rebuilt from Emperor Yongzheng's former residence, blending Han and Tibetan cultures.
Rich History: Witness to the Qing dynasty imperial family's faith, birthplace of Emperor Qianlong.
Architectural Treasure: Magnificent halls, giant Buddha statues, exquisite thangkas.
Sacred Place for Blessings: Thriving with incense, where one can pray for career, studies, and peace.
Cultural Immersion: A splendid transformation from a princely mansion to a temple, experiencing the aura of a "Dragon's Hidden Blessing Land."
Visual Spectacle: An 18-meter-tall white sandalwood Maitreya Buddha (Guinness World Record), with five courtyards progressing layer by layer.
Interactive Experience: Free incense for blessings, turning prayer wheels for good fortune, and occasionally encountering lamas chanting scriptures.

What's included

Admission to attractions
Chinese-speaking guide
Ticketing service fees

What's not included

Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Departure: Meet the operator at 09:15. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s) 30 min(s), Yonghe Temple, The Yonghe Temple is a cultural treasure that transcends time and space. Regardless of one's beliefs, everyone can feel the power of tranquility and wisdom here. Respect religious etiquette: photography and loud noises are prohibited inside the hall. [Return] 12:00, at [Yonghe Temple,]() Day {num}
This activity has no age limit
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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