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Lama Temple Admission Ticket

Discover Lama Temple, a 5A-rated Buddhist site in Beijing with royal Qing Dynasty origins and a suggested visit time of about 2 hours.

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Lama Temple Admission Ticket
ABOUT THIS TICKET

Overview

Lama Temple is a famous Buddhist temple in Dongcheng District, Beijing, located on Lama Temple Street. It is rated 5A and is known as both a Buddhist site and an urban landmark. The temple was originally the residence of Emperor Yongzheng. Built in 1694 as Prince Yong’s Palace, it was converted into a temporary palace in 1725 and named Lama Temple. In 1744 it was converted into a Lama Temple and became the Qing government’s center for managing Tibetan Buddhist affairs nationwide, reaching the highest standard among Buddhist temples in the mid- and late Qing Dynasty. Plan about 2 hours for your visit. Opening hours are Monday to Sunday, 09:00–16:00.

Attraction information

Attraction address

No. 12, Lama Temple Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

About the attraction

‌ Lama Temple ‌, located in Dongcheng District, Beijing, is one of the famous Buddhist temples in Beijing. The Lama Temple was originally the residence of Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty. It was built in the 33rd year of Emperor Kangxi's reign (1694) and was originally called Prince Yong's Palace. In the 3rd year of Emperor Yongzheng's reign (1725), it was converted into a temporary palace and named Lama Temple. In the 9th year of Emperor Qianlong's reign (1744), Lama Temple was converted into a Lama Temple and became the center for the Qing government to manage Tibetan Buddhist affairs throughout the country. It was the highest-standard Buddhist temple in the country in the middle and late Qing Dynasty.

Destination
Beijing
Confirmation
Advisor-managed
Advance notice
At least 24 hours
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL

Highlights

1

5A-rated Buddhist temple

Lama Temple is a 5A-rated Buddhist site in Beijing’s Dongcheng District.

2

Historic royal origins

Originally built in 1694 as Prince Yong’s Palace, the site was the residence of Emperor Yongzheng.

3

Qing-era Buddhist center

Converted into a Lama Temple in 1744, it became the Qing government’s center for managing Tibetan Buddhist affairs nationwide.

4

Suggested visit time

Allow about 2 hours to explore Lama Temple.

Opening hours

Mo-Su 09:00-16:00

How to use your ticket

  • Carry the passport used for the booking.
  • Enter during the confirmed visit period.
  • Follow the ticket instructions sent by your HelloChinaTrip advisor.

What's included

  • Admission to Lama Temple
  • Lama Temple admission ticket
  • HelloChinaTrip manual booking and ticket delivery service

What's not included

  • Transport to and from the attraction
  • Meals, drinks, shopping, and personal expenses
  • Optional guide or audio-guide services
  • Third-party payment processing fees
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Good to know

  • Address: No. 12, Lama Temple Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
  • Opening hours: Monday–Sunday, 09:00–16:00
  • Suggested visit duration: about 2 hours
  • Rating: 5A
  • Categories: Buddhist site and urban landmark
  • Ticket availability is confirmed manually after payment.
  • A USD 10 service fee applies to each issued ticket.
  • Please provide passport details exactly as shown on the passport.

Cancellation policy

Full refund before the advisor starts procurement. Once procurement has started or tickets have been issued, customer-initiated cancellations are non-refundable. If the supplier cannot fulfill the booking, the ticket amount and service fee are refunded in full; third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Where is Lama Temple located?

Lama Temple is at No. 12, Lama Temple Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing.

How long should I plan for a visit?

The suggested visit duration is about 2 hours.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours are Monday–Sunday, 09:00–16:00.

Why is Lama Temple significant?

It is a famous Buddhist temple with royal Qing Dynasty origins. It was originally Prince Yong’s Palace, later converted into a Lama Temple, and became the Qing government’s center for managing Tibetan Buddhist affairs nationwide.

What is the cancellation policy?

You may cancel for a full refund before procurement starts. Once procurement has started or the ticket has been issued, the order is non-refundable unless HelloChinaTrip cannot fulfill it. Third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

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