Bailin Temple
One of the main centres of Chan (Zen) Buddhism, Bailin Temple has over 1,800 years of history and has produced many eminent monks.…
Bailin Temple, Beijing · MyName (Fanghong) · CC BY 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Getting there
- Take a train from Beijing West Station to Shijiazhuang, a journey of 2–3 hours, or take a bus from Lianhuachi Long-Distance Bus Station.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1708. Open in Google Maps
About Bailin Temple
One of the main centres of Chan (Zen) Buddhism, Bailin Temple has over 1,800 years of history and has produced many eminent monks.
Standing 300 metres to the right of the temple gate is the Dharani Sutra Pillar, the tallest surviving sutra pillar in the world and renowned worldwide. The famous Zhaozhou Bridge is also near Bailin Temple.
Tips from the guidebook
- 1. Group accommodation: Bailin Temple generally does not accept individual overnight guests. It only hosts groups such as schools and non-profit websites. Under the guidance of a lay Buddhist or someone familiar with temple etiquette, you can arrange accommodation and join the morning and evening services.
- 2. Morning service: To attend the morning service, you will need to get up at 4:30 a.m.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Bailin Temple?
Take a train from Beijing West Station to Shijiazhuang, a journey of 2–3 hours, or take a bus from Lianhuachi Long-Distance Bus Station.
Where is Bailin Temple?
Bailin Temple is in Beijing, Beijing Municipality, in the North China of China.
