Guangren Temple

Guangren Temple is a Buddhist temple in Lianhu District with a traditional layout arranged along a central axis. The buildings include the Shanmen entrance gate, the Guanyin Hall, and the Hufa Jingang Hall, each serving distinct purposes within the temple complex.

The temple was established in 1705 during the Qing dynasty by Emperor Kangxi to receive Tibetan Buddhist leaders visiting for imperial audiences. The emperor's donation of 6,600 volumes of Buddhist texts demonstrated imperial support for this religious institution.

The temple functions as an active place of worship where visitors and monks perform daily prayers and rituals among the halls. The ongoing religious practice reflects how this space continues to serve as a spiritual center for the local community.

The temple sits near Xi'an's City Wall and is easily reached by local buses or Metro Line 1. Entry is free and daytime visits are welcome for those wanting to explore the grounds.

The main hall houses a remarkable statue of Guanyin with a thousand hands and eyes, surrounded by representations of Maitreya Buddha and the Four Heavenly Kings. This sculptural arrangement displays traditional Buddhist imagery in rare completeness.

Location: Lianhu District

Inception: 1705

Architectural style: Chinese architecture

Website: https://guangrensi.com/html

GPS coordinates: 34.27642,108.92109

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45