This is a series of very old Buddhist Temples. Photography is not permitted in the Temples but they have some spectacular figures of Ho Tai and Gautama Buddha as well as a host of guardians. A lot of people come here to worship and incense is everywhere. There are also a lot of carvings of Buddha, etc. in the rocks.

There is a small element of overseas tourists taking photos and throwing coins 'for luck' into the tall bronze vase. Do not let this distract you from the experience of being in the middle of place of worship where people of all ages and from every background share a common belief that burning incense held between joined hands in a... More

Ticket for the scene cost RMB45 and additional RMB20 for the temple. However nothing to see inside, less attactive than Xihu. Not worth to visit. There are some "guide" inside the temple to talk to you and said you are going to the wrong direction. Do not talk to them otherwise they will ask for money.

This temple was first built in 342. I have been to many temples, churches, mosques in more than 30 countries. This is one of the best ones, in my humble opinion. It is pricey as you need 45 YUAN to enter the park and another 30 for this temple alone. Also, avoid coming to Hangzhou on weekends as it gets... More

The sites and sounds of China are like no other -- and the Lingyin Temple is no exception. Highly recommended.

The Lingyin Temple and surrounding area was interesting to see, but if you are limited in time, you could pass on it. Spending time around West Lake is more worthwhile. If you like seeing Buddhas and temples, then you should probably include this is your visit.

Didn't realize how large the scenic viewing area was. The temple is surrounded by parkland with carvings in the rock, a stream, forests. We only had about 90 min. I'd like to go back with a guide and learn more about the temple. Very impressive, we were there on QingMing weekend so very busy with worshippers, but still everyone flowed... More

A temple that likes orginally China. Got it name from its tranquil surroundings. Not very interesting, too many people.

If you are just going to the temple, no problem, however don't take the cable car up like we did since the Buddha rock carvings are below. So even though we got a nice view from the top, it was not why we visited and sometimes you just run out of time.