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Fayuan Temple
BUDDHIST TEMPLE
Infused with an air of reverence and devotion, this lovely temple dates back originally to
the 7th century. Now the
China Buddhism College
, it's always lively with worshippers
and students. Don't miss the Guanyin Hall and its Ming dynasty-era statue of the goddess
of mercy.
(
法源寺
; 7 Fayuansi Qianjie;
法源寺前街
7
号
; admission ¥5;
8.30-5pm;
Caishikou)
Top Tip
Best Historic Hutong
Dashilar (
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Dazhalan Xijie (
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)
Shanxi Xiang (
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)
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National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA)
CONCERT HALL
The cheeky locals call it the 'alien egg', but the dome-like NCPA looks more like the fu-
turistic lair of a James Bond villain. It's now the premier spot in town to catch classical
music, ballet and Western opera shows, but, love it or hate it, it's also one of the most eye-
popping buildings in the capital.
(
国家大剧院
; 2 Xichang'an Jie
西长安街
2
号
; admission ¥40;
9am-5pm Tue-Sun;
Tiananmen West)
