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Zhihua Temple, Buddhist temple in Dongcheng District, China

The temple spans 2 hectares and features distinctive black roof tiles across multiple buildings arranged around a central courtyard in Beijing.

Built in 1443 under Wang Zhen, a powerful eunuch during Emperor Zhengtong's reign, the temple received its imperial name Baoen Zhihua Temple.

Traditional musicians perform centuries-old ritual music that has been passed down through 27 generations of Buddhist practitioners at scheduled times.

Located at 5 Lumicang Hutong, the temple offers daily musical performances at 10am and 3pm, featuring instruments connected to Buddhist ceremonies.

The Ten Thousand Buddhas Hall contains floor-to-ceiling wall niches filled with miniature Buddhist effigies and a 20-foot-tall Tathagata Buddha statue.

Location: Dongcheng District

Inception: 1443

GPS coordinates: 39.91611,116.42583

Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:25

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