Buddhist statues in Tianlong Temple
Buddhist statues in Tianlong Temple, Buddhist statues at Tianlong Temple in Hangzhou, China.
The temple contains multiple stone sculptures depicting Buddha and bodhisattvas, with precise facial features and traditional Chinese clothing patterns carved into limestone.
During the Tang Dynasty, artisans created these detailed Buddhist figures, incorporating Chinese artistic elements into sculptures originally inspired by Indian designs.
The statues represent different Buddhist deities, including Avalokiteshvara and Manjushri, demonstrating the religious practices of medieval Chinese society.
The temple maintains specific viewing hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages through the main entrance.
Each statue displays different meditation poses and hand gestures, known as mudras, conveying specific Buddhist teachings through their positioning.
Location: Hangzhou
GPS coordinates: 30.21361,120.14361
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:50
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