Beijing Lama Temple & Temple of Heaven Half-Day Private Tour

Name: Private Half Day Tour to Lama Temple and Temple of Heaven - Klook
Brand: Klook
SKU: 116116
Price: 125.15 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

Chinese/English

Private group

Optional hotel pick up

3hr - 4hr Duration

Lama Temple

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Two Package Options: Choose between two plans to fit your needs. The economy option includes a guide and subway tickets for transit. The premium option adds a private car for a more convenient journey.
Rich Cultural Heritage: Explore two iconic Beijing landmarks—the Lama Temple, with its profound Tibetan Buddhist culture, and the Temple of Heaven, a symbol of imperial religious traditions.
In-depth Exploration: Delve into the history, architecture, and religious significance of both sites. Learn about ancient rituals and cultural exchanges through your guide’s expert explanations.
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Embark on a captivating half-day guided tour in Beijing to explore the enchanting Lama Temple and the majestic Temple of Heaven. At the Lama Temple, marvel at the intricate Buddhist statues and witness the locals as they engage in worship rituals. Gain insight into the religious practices of China and uncover the fascinating stories that lie behind this sacred site.Continue your journey to the awe-inspiring Temple of Heaven, a revered sanctuary where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties once held annual ceremonies to pray to Heaven. Choose to meet your knowledgeable guide at the Lama Temple or opt for the convenience of round-trip private transfer. Experience the wonders of Beijing's cultural treasures on this unforgettable guided tour.

Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel. Head to the nearest metro station and board the train for the Lama Temple(if you choose to have private transfer, you will travel to the temple by private car). During the journey, your guide will explain ev

Choose to meet your knowledgeable guide at the Lama Temple or opt for the convenience of round-trip private transfer when make booking. First stop is Lama Temple, also known as Yonghe Lamasery, one of the most famous Tibetan Buddhist temples in Beijing.

Lama Temple, the former residence of Emperor Yongzheng before his ascent to the throne is a pupular temple for locals to pray.

Your guide will introduce you to its history, which dates back to the Qing Dynasty. It was originally a residence for imperial princes and later converted into a lamasery. Walk through the temple's courtyards and admire the magnificent architecture.

Stroll around different halls and courtyards with your tour gudie. Admire the huge wood-carved "Maidala Buddha" in the Ten-Thousand-Buddha Pavilion (Wanfoge). Hear how the statue was carved out of a single tree imported from Tibet and learn why it made it

Marvel at the large Buddha statues, including the 18m tall Maitreya Buddha carved from a single piece of sandalwood. Observe the locals engaging in their religious rituals, offering incense and praying&learn about the significance of these practices.

Continue your tour to the beautiful Temple Of Heaven, where the Emperors in the Ming and Qing Dynasties worshipped the God of Heaven. Start your visit at the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a circular wooden structure without any nails.

Follow your tour guide to visit the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, Hall of Imperial Zenith. Walk via Danbi Bridge to Echo Wall and Circular Mount Alter.

Learn about the unique construction techniques & the astronomical significance of this hall. Explore the Hall of Imperial Zenith. Walk via Danbi Bridge to Echo Wall&Circular Mount Alter, where the emperors conducted the winter solstice sacrifice to Heaven

Learn many interesting facts and stories about the temple. Since this is a private tour feel free to ask guide questions if you have.

After the tour concludes, you will be transferred to your hotel if you have booked the tour with transfer service. If not, your tour will end at this point. Your tour guide will provide recommendations on how to travel to your next destination.

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Klook User

2025/06/03

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Private Tour with round trip private transfer

Totally enjoyed our tour with Mina! She is personable and her explanation is very clear. Our family enjoyed her company to Temple of Heaven and Lama Tempke. Thank you Mina!

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Klook User

2024/07/12

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Private Tour with round trip private transfer

The guide is knowledgeable, hardworking, has good language, is friendly and professional.

Beijing Lama Temple & Temple of Heaven Half-Day Private Tour

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