Zhaojue Temple, Buddhist temple in Chenghua District, Chengdu, China
The temple complex spans 8.53 hectares with multiple halls, including the Mahavira Hall containing three white marble Buddha statues and eighteen arhat sculptures.
Established between 627 and 649 during the Tang Dynasty as Jianyuan Temple, Emperor Xuanzong renamed it Zhaojue Temple in the ninth century.
The temple functions as a bridge between Chinese Chan Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhism, with dedicated accommodations for visiting Tibetan monks within its grounds.
Located near Chengdu Zoo, visitors can reach the temple using Metro Line 3 or multiple bus routes, with free admission from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The temple entrance features a prominent plaque displaying 'Di Yi Chan Lin,' designating it as the number one Chan Buddhist temple in West Sichuan.
Location: Chengdu
Inception: 1984
Architectural style: Chinese architecture
GPS coordinates: 30.70303,104.10967
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:29
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