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Jing'an Temple
(静安寺)
Buddhist Temple and Monument
Jìng'an, Jingan
"Charge 50Yuan entrance fee now!"(6 Tips)
"Great place to grab a bus or the metro line #2 and others"(2 Tips)
"Beautiful, large temple."(2 Tips)
"Nice temple surrounded by modern towers."(2 Tips)
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- Lester AmaraNovember 29, 2018Built in 247 BC, this Buddhist temple is one of the major tourist attractions in Shanghai. Entry fee of 50 RMB gets you a view of the 3 main halls and historical relics. Great for photos at night!Upvote15DownvoteUpvoted 2 weeks ago
zanyasanNovember 2, 2015A must visit while in Shanghai. This temple sits among sky scrapers. Come and appreciate how the temple was built; wood work, marble, etc. impressively grand!
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LaylaAugust 16, 2019Beautiful buddhist temple in one of the nicer shopping areas of Shanghai. Though it was recently rebuilt and renovated, it’s architecture and history are still admirable!
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Valerie CüpliOctober 1, 2016Yes it is another temple like many others, but a nice place to calm down in this city. Visit also the back part not only what u see in first place;)Upvote2Downvote- Franco Marinari AccianiApril 19, 2021Nice temple surrounded by modern towers. Tickets available scanning QR code on the sidewalk before the gate and staff speaking English very helpful
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Caroline RitterFebruary 9, 2019This massive temple is in constant use and an everyday part of life in Shanghai. Buy incense sticks from the vending machine if you have AliPay. If not, offer a local cash to purchase for you.Upvote1Downvote
Shanghai HunterOctober 28, 2013Very beautiful and renovated temple in the middle of Shanghai. Not really interesting in a cultural way but a quick visit can be nice.(Check reviews, wechat: shanghai_hunter and facebook)Upvote2Downvote- Lester AmaraNovember 6, 2018Built in 247 BC, this Buddhist temple is one of the major tourist attractions. Entry fee of 50 RMB gets you a view of the 3 main halls and historical relics. Great for photos at night!UpvoteDownvote
MK ChanJanuary 13, 2019This temple is the most famous temple at Shanghai, connected with subway line 2. There are many high rise buildings around but the time stops at only this temple. Go to this temple and pray.
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Dave McAugust 19, 2017One of the better areas of the city. Historic, shopping, restaurants and bars - plus it's right on line 2.Upvote5Downvote1Upvoted 1 week ago
The Ritz-CarltonFebruary 16, 2016Jing’an temple has been transformed into a festive wonderland, with traditional colorful lanterns. Join with the local Chinese to pray for wellness and fortune in the Year of the Monkey.UpvoteDownvote
Ashi UkJune 26, 2018Very close to the metro line. 50 yuan entrance fee. Calm atmosphere.You can finish seeing the place in 1 hour if it’s not crowded.Upvote1Downvote
Samir LDecember 30, 2019In the heart of a luxurious shopping district, the Jing'an temple is worth a few hours visit.Upvote1Downvote
Rachel RothDecember 2, 2018Large temple with many buddhas. There is a small fee to enter
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Ahmad MattarApril 8, 2014Some foursquare usere said its free on Saturday's morning ... also some travel guides said its 10¥ ... but here I'm "on Tuesday" and its 50¥ per person...Upvote3Downvote- The Ritz-CarltonSeptember 7, 2016Roam in the epicenter of Shanghai, Jing' An Buddhist Temple originally built in 247 BC with assorted historical relics in a prosperity center of Shanghai.UpvoteDownvote
Sam HApril 11, 2015Very pricey temple but worth the visit. Be sure to bring coins to toss
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ChiekoMay 17, 2015Very new architectures and even statues. Not good, they are like toys. Maybe only the bell which isn't used anymore and has many graffiti has some worth in this temple..
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Victor GarridoJanuary 31, 2013If you have the chance, go on a saturday morning and get thru locals to see a real temple working! And it's free!!
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Kari 凯瑞October 29, 2016Every day the monks that are living in the temple have a praying moment when they arrive in front of the temple
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hanhaiwenMay 1, 2014Go behind the big Buddha statue to see the tableaus. Also: it's 50 元 now.Upvote1Downvote
Alya DanilovaJanuary 12, 2016Nice peaceful place,for tourists should be interesting ! 50 rmb entrance fee
UpvoteDownvote- Kari 凯瑞May 9, 2019At the gate there are few ayis who want to engage every foreigner to Buddhism.Upvote1Downvote
Jessica RrrrJune 3, 201450rmb entrance fee and you have to get your ticket punched. Still amazing, but currently (June 3, 2014) undergoing renovations.Upvote1Downvote
Monica CMarch 10, 2016A temple is a place of religion. Not a place where you should charge tickets for entry.Upvote1Downvote
FilipJune 22, 2018Contrast of the buddist temple and skyscrapes is really astonishing!UpvoteDownvote
JasonFebruary 6, 2022On Spring festival (Lunar 1st) & Lantern festival (Lunar 15th) the entrance fee hikes to be a whooping 200 RMB. The religious facility dishonor itself and unenlightened 'believers' as making a profit.
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Andrew O BC 翁December 16, 2016Beautiful architecture & another famous historic sites in ShanghaiUpvoteDownvote
Poon TriratanachatMarch 28, 2019Very good, have to visit every time I’ll arrive in ShangUpvoteDownvote
Walking by for my meeting! Feels great outside
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Nick KFebruary 15, 2016Now entrance fee is 50¥ what is too expensive. Nothing to see there.
Upvote1Downvote- JasonFebruary 5, 2022Admission to masterpiece like Notre Dame or Florence Duomo is free. Willing to pay 50 RMB at the religious venue only insults those ungodly worshiper & reveals the corrupted value in the entire system
UpvoteDownvote1 - Great place to grab a bus or the metro line #2 and othersUpvoteDownvote
Raúl Barrera MejíaJune 4, 2017An amazing place to know a little bit more about China!
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Alexian ChiavegatoDecember 6, 201310 yuan (free entrance on the first and the 15th day of each month according to the Lunar Calendar)UpvoteDownvote1
Doreen ChanOctober 27, 2010Lots of Japanese tidbits available in the supermarket at basement.UpvoteDownvote1
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Jing'an Temple
1686 Nanjing W Rd | 南京西路1686号 (Huashan Rd | 华山路), Jìngʼān Temple
Jingan
上海市, 200040
中国
Jingan
上海市, 200040
中国
Open until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
+86 21 6256 6366
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