Jade Buddha Temple Guide

Jade Buddha Temple is one of the most famous travel site in Shanghai. it situated in the northwest of the city near the intersection of Anyuan Road and Jiangning Road; attracting large numbers of visitors both home and abroad come and visit here. The old-time and classical architectural style makes the temple unique and inimitable in this modern city. Devajara Hall, Mahavira Hall and the Jade Buddha Tower make up the main structure of the temple. It is a good place to go whether you are a Buddhist or not, the peaceful and transcendent atmosphere adds a kind of richness to our busy modern society.

The temple was built between 1911 and 1918, and houses 70 resident monks. It is one of the few Buddhist temples remaining in Shanghai. it is easily recognized from the outside thanks to its bright saffron walls. The Sitting Buddha is 190 centimeters high and encrusted by the agate and the emerald, portraying the Buddha at the moment of his meditation and enlightenment. The Recumbent Buddha is 96 centimeters long, lying on the right side with the right hand supporting the head and the left hand placing on the left leg, this shape is called the 'lucky repose'. The sedate face shows the peaceful mood

of Sakyamuni when he left this world. The temple opens daily except for the one hour lunch time and special occasions, such as the Lunar New Year. The Jade Buddha Temple is a good place to go whether you are a Buddhist or not, the peaceful and transcendent atmosphere adds a kind of richness to our busy modern society. Here's some guide information in your travel of Jade Buddha Temple: Address: No.170 Anyuan Road, Putuo District, Shanghai. Contact number: 0086-21-62663668    Admission Fee: CNY20   Opening Hours: 08:00 -16:30  Travel Tip: In the temple, photography is forbidden.

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