Tour code: BJ-PO-03Buddhist
Focus: Lingguang Temple, Badachu Park, Fragrant Hill
Updated: 2019-11-26
Be picked up from your hotel by English speaking tour guide and private vehicle at 08:30.
Drive to visit Lingguang Temple. Located on the east hillside of Cuiwei Hill, Lingguang Temple is an Buddhist temple with a history of more than 1,200 years. It was first built in the Dali period (766–779) of the Tang
dynasty, initially called "Longquan Temple". The temple is one of centers for Buddhist pilgrimages in the world because its collection of the Buddha Tooth Relic of Sakyamuni.
Then visit Badachu Park. Surrounded by three hills, Badachu park possesses lovely weather and beautiful landscape. The name of the temple literally means "Eight Great Sites" which refers to the eight temples in the park. The park has been a holy place for Buddhists.
Move on to visit Fragrant Hill. Fragrant Hill Park was first built in 1186 and served as the emperor's traveling lodge for a long time. The park boasts beautiful landscape throughout the whole year. And the most enchanting sight is when smoke tree leaves turning red.
Be transferred back to your hotel after the whole day tour at around 18:00.
(Lunch)
Friendly Note of Beijing One Day Buddhist Tour:
1. This private one day tour is arranged for you exclusively with private Beijing local vehicle, experienced driver and English speaking tour guide.
2. The sunshine is very strong in Beijing, Sunglass is useful in summer.
3. You will walk a long distance. A pair of soft and comfortable shoes is helpful when you walk in attractions.