Religious site
Puning Temple (Hebei)
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Puning Temple, also known as the 'Temple of Universal Peace,' is renowned for housing a colossal 22-meter-tall wooden statue of Avalokitesvara (Guanyin), the bodhisattva of compassion. Carved from a single sandalwood tree, this five-story statue is the largest of its kind in the world. The temple complex itself features elegant Qing dynasty architecture, with a grand entrance gate, bell and drum towers, and a main hall. Visitors can explore the peaceful courtyards and climb the stairs inside the statue's pavilion to see the figure up close.
Don't miss
- Gaze up at the 22-meter wooden Avalokitesvara statue, carved from a single tree.
- Climb the interior stairs of the statue's pavilion for detailed views of the carving.
- Walk through the temple's courtyards and admire the traditional Qing architecture.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Puning Temple (Hebei)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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