Hualin Temple
Hualin Temple
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China23,081 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Hualin Temple is one of the four major Buddhist temples in Guangzhou. While the structure suffered heavy damage during the Cultural Revolution, it is now restored to its former grandeur. The hall of five-hundred Buddhas is a major tourist draw.
Written October 23, 2023
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,573 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Prayers in the main temple were taking place during my visit. It was very nice to hear the chanting of the worshippers and the smell of burning incense. On this visit, I spent the majority of my time viewing the 500 Buddha and other statues in Five Hundred Arhat Hall. Each of the 500 arhats has a different pose and facial expression.
Written May 7, 2019
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,573 contributions
Apr 2018 • Solo
Hualin Temple (until 1654, formerly known as Xilai Monastery) has a history dating back over 1,500 years to the South Ling Dynasty period, 521 to 526 A.D. It is also referred to as The Holy Land of the International Buddhism, The Temple of the 500 Gods, . It was originally established by Bodhidharma, the 28th ancestor of ancient Indian Buddhism.
Five-Hundred-Arhat Hall is amazingly beautiful. It was built during the last year of Emperor Daoguang (1821-1861). Each of the Arhats has a different pose, mood, and expression, although most are similar in size. There is also a statue of Marco Polo, commemorating his visit to China in the 13th century.
During my visit, over 80% of the attendees appeared to be local worshippers. Buddhist monks were actively going about their daily duties.
Hualin Temple is located next to the Jade Market (Hualinsi Jade Street). It is on a side-street between Changshou Lu and Xiajiu Lu.
I travel around GZ, by foot, metro (subway), taxi, and bus. I used the metro to get to the Hualin Temple and area. Two metro exiting options are to go on Metro Line 1 and exit at either XiMen Kou station or Chen Clan Academy station. If you exit at XiMen Kou station, from there walk through the glasses/eyewear market, walk to the central portion (the big square) of Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, turn right and walk about 150 to 200 metres, and walk a block to the left to get to Hualinsi Jade Street, and Hualin Temple will be off to the side of the street. One can also get there from Changshou Lu Station, although I haven’t tried that route, which they say is the easiest/closest. I select my routes based in part on the other thigs I can encounter on the trip.
There is no admission fee, but there are places where one can leave a donation, but this is not in any way mandatory.
The active place of worship is generally open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Before I commence my trips, I take a photo of my destination names in both English and Chinese. Then enroute, I’ll ask for directions whenever I am concerned that I might not be going the right way.
Travel Tip re toilets: There are many public, restaurant, and other toilets throughout Guangzhou. However, few supply tissue. Thus, to be safe, always carry an adequate supply of tissue. Most of these toilets are fairly dirty, have water for washing, but supply nothing to dry yourself with.
Five-Hundred-Arhat Hall is amazingly beautiful. It was built during the last year of Emperor Daoguang (1821-1861). Each of the Arhats has a different pose, mood, and expression, although most are similar in size. There is also a statue of Marco Polo, commemorating his visit to China in the 13th century.
During my visit, over 80% of the attendees appeared to be local worshippers. Buddhist monks were actively going about their daily duties.
Hualin Temple is located next to the Jade Market (Hualinsi Jade Street). It is on a side-street between Changshou Lu and Xiajiu Lu.
I travel around GZ, by foot, metro (subway), taxi, and bus. I used the metro to get to the Hualin Temple and area. Two metro exiting options are to go on Metro Line 1 and exit at either XiMen Kou station or Chen Clan Academy station. If you exit at XiMen Kou station, from there walk through the glasses/eyewear market, walk to the central portion (the big square) of Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, turn right and walk about 150 to 200 metres, and walk a block to the left to get to Hualinsi Jade Street, and Hualin Temple will be off to the side of the street. One can also get there from Changshou Lu Station, although I haven’t tried that route, which they say is the easiest/closest. I select my routes based in part on the other thigs I can encounter on the trip.
There is no admission fee, but there are places where one can leave a donation, but this is not in any way mandatory.
The active place of worship is generally open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Before I commence my trips, I take a photo of my destination names in both English and Chinese. Then enroute, I’ll ask for directions whenever I am concerned that I might not be going the right way.
Travel Tip re toilets: There are many public, restaurant, and other toilets throughout Guangzhou. However, few supply tissue. Thus, to be safe, always carry an adequate supply of tissue. Most of these toilets are fairly dirty, have water for washing, but supply nothing to dry yourself with.
Written April 15, 2018
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322Mia
London, UK87 contributions
Jun 2012 • Couples
This place is somewhere we come across in a Chinese local guide book. It was a bit off the beaten track, but well worth a visit. It is very untouristy but friendly, with free entry. The main building has 500 golden Buddha's which are just spectacular and the best I have seen in Guangzhou, there are also some large statues. Very pleasant place to have a look around and after you can buy some Jade, there are so many stalls and shops it is the cheapest in town.
Written June 25, 2012
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bishnu g
2 contributions
Jul 2015 • Solo
Nearest Metro Station is Changshou Lu. Take A exit towards Changshau West Road and walk upto Kangwang South Road. Check the signpost for Hualin Jadeware Street which is famous for Jewellery and you can see the temple entrance on your right side. entrance is free of cost. There are 500 different statues with all different gestures. Worth a visit.
Written July 21, 2015
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caroline
122 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
We spent a day walking around Guangzhou and this was one of our first stops. It is a quiet, calm, and inviting place to visit, but only takes 10-15 minutes to see it. Nearby is a pedestrian street (9th St.), jade market, and Shamian Island.
Written May 6, 2016
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Luohuanma
Madrid, Spain141 contributions
Jan 2013 • Friends
Most foreign visitors come tu Guangzhou for business. So chances are they will miss this little wonder, located in the oldest district of the city. That would be a mistake to avoid if you have a free morning. You may combine this visit with sightseeing of the old European-style Shamian Island (which is not to distant) or with going to the jade and pearl markets, which are nearby.
Written January 22, 2013
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Justind97
Ottawa, Canada16 contributions
Tucked in the center of the Jade market, it is a bit difficult to find with a smaller opening.
The temple itself is very beautiful. I was one of very few westerners there and I felt a bit intrusive taking pictures. But people there were very friendly and did not take notice to me and my camera, flash off of course.
The temple footprint is very small, but boasts of ton of culture and history for such a small area. Ensure you walk around the side of the temple to another small area hidden in the back.
The rest, is up to you!
Enjoy!
The temple itself is very beautiful. I was one of very few westerners there and I felt a bit intrusive taking pictures. But people there were very friendly and did not take notice to me and my camera, flash off of course.
The temple footprint is very small, but boasts of ton of culture and history for such a small area. Ensure you walk around the side of the temple to another small area hidden in the back.
The rest, is up to you!
Enjoy!
Written June 15, 2010
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,573 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
Hualin Temple is an active place of worship/prayer. I spent most of my time viewing the statues of the 500 disciples of Buddha. The temple is referred to by many as the Temple of the 500 Buddhas/Genii/Gods.
Written March 2, 2024
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PushExplore
Singapore, Singapore4,949 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
I was surprised that friends wanted to visit the Hualin Temple. It was quite a comfortable walking around, though for the second time for me. We explored quite a bit though unlike the last time.
Written June 26, 2019
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