Nanputuo Temple
A famous ancient temple in southern Fujian, renowned for its Taixu Library and its Buddhist Academy. Its buildings are set into the hillside,…
Nanputuo Temple, Xiamen
Key facts
- Opening hours
- 8：00—17：00
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Getting there
- Near Xiamen University (厦大) bus stop and Zhongshan Park (中山公园) metro station
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1551. Open in Google Maps
About Nanputuo Temple
A famous ancient temple in southern Fujian, renowned for its Taixu Library and its Buddhist Academy. Its buildings are set into the hillside, rising tier upon tier with a solemn and dignified grandeur.
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of Nanputuo Temple?
Nanputuo Temple is open 8：00—17：00.
How do I get to Nanputuo Temple?
Near Xiamen University (厦大) bus stop and Zhongshan Park (中山公园) metro station
How long should I spend at Nanputuo Temple?
Plan on 1–3 hours for Nanputuo Temple.
Where is Nanputuo Temple?
Nanputuo Temple is in Xiamen, Fujian Province, in the East China of China.
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