Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park
Great Bao’en Temple was the first Buddhist temple established in southern China. In 2008, an underground palace at the temple site yielded the Buddha’s finger bone relic,…
Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park, Nanjing
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥120
- Opening hours
- 9：00—17：00
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Getting there
- Near Great Bao’en Temple Heritage Park (bus stop) and Zhonghua Gate (metro station)
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1007. Open in Google Maps
About Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park
Great Bao’en Temple was the first Buddhist temple established in southern China. In 2008, an underground palace at the temple site yielded the Buddha’s finger bone relic, the Seven-Treasure Ashoka Stupa, and many other cultural relics that shocked the world and the Buddhist community. A museum was then built on the site to showcase Buddhist culture and the past and present of Great Bao’en Temple. In 2015, the Glazed Pagoda of Great Bao’en Temple was rebuilt. Although it uses a modern steel frame clad in glass, its glazed radiance can still be evoked through lighting, giving a dreamlike effect.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park cost?
Admission to Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park is ¥120, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park?
Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park is open 9：00—17：00.
How do I get to Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park?
Near Great Bao’en Temple Heritage Park (bus stop) and Zhonghua Gate (metro station)
How long should I spend at Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park?
Plan on 1–3 hours for Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park.
Where is Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park?
Great Bao'en Temple Heritage Park is in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, in the East China of China.
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