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Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
Introducing Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
Having a long history of about 1,400 years, Guangzhou Temple of the Six Banyan Trees is one of the four best Buddhist temples in Guangzhou and located on the Liurong Road (meaning the Six Banyan Trees Road). The Temple of the Six Banyan Trees has a rich collection of cultural-relics and is renowned both at home and abroad.
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Liurongsi 六榕寺
• Best Time to Visit: April to December
• Recommended Visiting Hours: About 1 to 2 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Buddhism, Architecture
• Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: No.87 Liurong Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province
What to expect at Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
Originally built in 537, Guangzhou Temple of the Six Banyan Trees has been rebuilt several times, and the name has also been changed several times from Changshou Temple (meaning Longevity Temple) to Jinghui Temple and finally the current name. Guangzhou Temple of the Six Banyan Trees is a name given by the great liiterateur Su Dongpo in the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279). It is said that he visited there while returning to the north. During the visit, he found six banyan trees there particularly striking. The vitality of the trees put him in a good mood and cheered him up. When the abbot of the monastery invited him to suggest a name, Su Dongpo wrote down its present name. Finally, its former name (Jinghui Temple) was changed to the present one, Temple of the Six Banyan Trees. A pagoda inside is known variously as Six Banyan Pagoda or Flowery Pagoda.
After entering by the mountain gate, the Tianwang Hall is the first hall you will see. The Laughing Buddha is there with smile all over his face to welcome visitors. Behind it is the Weituo Hall. According to legend, Weituo was a general who recaptured the Buddhist relics which had been stolen. He keeps a straight face, looking very serious and frightful, in distinct contrast with the Laughing Buddha.
The architecture that catches the visitors' eyes most is the Six Banyan Pagoda. It is a pagoda where Buddhist relics are placed. Its roofs curve upwards and look like dark red flower petals. The tip of the pagoda is like stamens, while the whole construction looks like a huge stigma high in the air. Therefore, people like to call it the Flowery Pagoda. The pagoda not only has a nice appearance, but also provides visitors a good place to overlook enchanting scenery around.
How to get to Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
By Metro
• Take Metro Line 1 and get off at Gongyuanqian Station.
• Take Metro Line 2 and get off at Jiniantang Station.
By Bus
• Take bus 12, 29, 215, 253, K9 or Tourist Line 1 and get off at Liuronglu Station.
Additional travel advice on Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
• Please keep quiet in the temple.
• Please dress and behave appropriately in the temple.
• Visitors can have vegetarian meals at the restaurant of the temple.
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Tour Highlights
• Visit Five Rams Statue, the icon of Guangzhou to learn the reason why Guangzhou is called the City of Five Rams
• Learn the history of the Republic Era of China at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
• Visit Mausoleum of Nanyue King, the final resting place of the second king of Nanyue Kingdom, entombed in 122 BC
• Explore Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, an all-in-one ancestral shrine, Confucian school & chamber of commerce
• Visit Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, built in AD537 to enshrine Buddhist relics brought over from India
• Enjoy a stunning bird's eye view of Guangzhou from Canton Tower, the tallest tower in ChinaAbout This Tour
• Departure: Daily departing from Guangzhou
• Tour Duration: Approximately 8 hours.
• Guide Languages: Chinese & English.
• Pickup Time: Between 07:00 and 10:00, choose a departure time most suitable for you.
• Pickup & Drop-off Place: Your accommodation in Guangzhou
• Advice on Meals: Lunch is not included in this tour. We recommend having a substantial breakfast and bringing snacks in case you get hungry while sightseeing. If you'd like to experience authentic local cuisine for lunch, feel free to inform your guide, who will be happy to assist.Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Pick up from your accommodation in Guangzhou
• Visit Five Rams Statue
• Mausoleum of the Nanyue King
• Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall
• Lunch on your own
• Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
• Visit Temple of the Six Banyan Trees
• Visit Canton Tower
• Transfer back to your accommodation in GuangzhouTour Prices (US$ Per Person)
1 person 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7 people 8 people 9 people 10 + $438 $248 $188 $148 $138 $128 $118 $108 $98 $88 Price Remarks
• Prices are not valid during Guangzhou Trade Fair (Apr 14 to May 5, Oct 14 to Nov 5).
• Prices are not valid during National Day (Oct 1-7), Chinese New Year, and Labor Day (May 1-5).Price Inclusions
• Professional English language speaking tour guide.
• Air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver.
• Admission tickets to sightseeing places.
• All government taxes.Price Exclusions
• Hotel accommodation.
• Your personal expenses.
• Meals are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.Additional Info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations made 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time will receive a 100% refund.
• Cancellations made within 24 hours of the tour's start time or after the tour begins are non-refundable.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed within 2-5 business days, with refunds issued within 14 working days.Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs
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• If you want to customize this itinerary, contact us via WhatsApp (+86 139 1083 0737) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com). We'll create a tailor-made tour package just for you.
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