Ancient Buddhist temple from the Song Dynasty (founded 1064-1067), surviving in downtown Chongqing among skyscrapers. Main attraction — Hall of 500 Arhats with 524 unique clay sculptures, each with a distinct facial expression. Striking contrast: thousand-year-old temple surrounded by glass towers.
20 CNY per person. Free with ordination certificate. Ticket includes 3 incense sticks and 3 candles for offerings. Photography forbidden inside Arhat Hall.
Metro Line 1 or 6 to Xiaoshizi Station (小什字站), Exit 6. Or Line 2 to Linjiangmen Station (临江门站), Exit 3. 5-10 min walk.
Some sources indicate 7:30-18:00. Best to arrive before 4:30 PM.
faq.subtitle Luohan Temple (Arhat Temple)
524 life-size clay statues made in 1885. Each is unique: different poses, expressions, emotions. Some fat, some thin, happy, sad, sitting, standing. Photography forbidden inside!
30-60 minutes is enough. Temple is small but atmospheric. Can meditate, make incense offerings (included in ticket). Combines well with Jiefangbei walk.
Useful tips for visiting Luohan Temple (Arhat Temple)
Photography strictly forbidden in Hall of 500 Arhats! Respect this rule. Photos allowed in temple courtyard.
Ticket includes 3 incense sticks and 3 candles. You can make traditional offerings and make a wish.
Striking contrast: leaving the thousand-year-old temple, you'll find yourself among glass skyscrapers. Great photo spot from outside.
Near Jiefangbei and Hongyadong — convenient to combine in one walk. Temple is located in the business district.
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