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Beijing's temples welcome visitors, but always ask permission to take photos of the monks or worshippers.
Best Historic Temples
Temple of Heaven
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Awesome example of architectural perfection, with
every part of the complex loaded with symbolic significance.
Fayuan Temple
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Lovely, ancient shrine that dates back to the 7th century
and houses fine, restored statues.
Miaoying Temple White Dagoba
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This temple has loomed over the sur-
rounding
hutong
since the Yuan dynasty (1206-1368).
White Cloud Temple
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Fantastic Taoist temple with over 1200 years of his-
tory behind it.
Azure Clouds Temple
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With its superbly evocative name, this is another
welcome survivor from the Yuan dynasty.
Confucius Temple
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China's premier place of learning in the imperial era, in-
fused with a suitably reverent atmosphere.
Zhihua Temple
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Little-visited, slightly ramshackle but very charming
temple which offers the chance for serious contemplation.
Best Tibetan Temples
Lama Temple
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Hands down the most popular temple in town for local wor-
shippers.
Wuta Temple
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A striking, secluded temple with a unique look that reveals
the influence of India.
