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Lama Temple

Lama Temple (Yonghe) is the largest and most famous Tibetan Buddhist monastery in China. Built in 1694 as a prince's palace and later converted to a temple, it houses an 18-meter tall wooden Buddha statue.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Jan 17, 2026

Entrance Fee

Adult
25 CNY~25.0 $
Child
12 CNY~12.0 $

Adults ¥25, half-price ¥12

Best Time to Visit

Visit early morning to experience the peaceful atmosphere before crowds arrive. Particularly atmospheric during Buddhist festivals. Combine with nearby Confucius Temple.

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
gift shop
information
parking

Working Hours

Verified: Jan 17, 2026
Monday09:00 — 16:30
Tuesday09:00 — 16:30
Wednesday09:00 — 16:30
Thursday09:00 — 16:30
Friday09:00 — 16:30
Saturday09:00 — 16:30
Sunday09:00 — 16:30

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Yes, you can receive free incense upon entry. This is an active temple where people come to pray and meditate.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather-4°
32%8 м/с
Todayweather-4°-7°
Tomorrowweather-2°-8°
Monweather-7°-12°
Tueweather-5°-13°
Wedweather-3°-12°
Thuweather-2°-12°
Friweather0°-8°
2°
-8°Jan
5°
-6°Feb
12°
0°Mar
20°
8°Apr
26°
14°May
30°
19°Jun
31°
22°Jul
30°
21°Aug
26°
15°Sep
19°
8°Oct
10°
0°Nov
4°
-6°Dec

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