Guo'en Temple
Founded as the site where Chan Master Huineng, the Sixth Patriarch of Chan Buddhism, established the temple and passed away, Guo'en Temple is built against the mountain on a grand scale,…
Guo'en Temple, Western Guangdong · Pkkj · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Getting there
- Near Longshan (bus stop)
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2406. Open in Google Maps
About Guo'en Temple
Founded as the site where Chan Master Huineng, the Sixth Patriarch of Chan Buddhism, established the temple and passed away, Guo'en Temple is built against the mountain on a grand scale, with ancient trees towering overhead. Visitors can appreciate the charm of this old temple.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Guo'en Temple cost?
Admission to Guo'en Temple is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Guo'en Temple?
Near Longshan (bus stop)
Where is Guo'en Temple?
Guo'en Temple is in Western Guangdong, Guangdong Province, in the South China of China.
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