Huayan Temple
Laoshan's only Buddhist temple (Huayan Nunnery built during the Qing Shunzhi reign): Narayana Cave is the cave described in the Huayan Sutra (Huayan Sutra Cave); the temple's collection of Buddhist scriptures and ancient trees are highlights.
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 08:00-17:00
- Ticket
- Included in Taiqing-Yangkou Line
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
Laoshan's only Buddhist temple (Huayan Nunnery built during the Qing Shunzhi reign): Narayana Cave is the cave described in the Huayan Sutra (Huayan Sutra Cave); the temple's collection of Buddhist scriptures and ancient trees are highlights; included in Taiqing-Yangkou Line, 08:00-17:00, accessible by Yangkou Line bus, combines with Yangkou Beach for a half-day trip.
Getting there：Yangkou Line bus
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