Situated in Fuchengmennei Street, Guangji Temple is a famous ancient Buddhist temple in Beijing. It was designated as one of national key temples in the areas of the Han nationality. Now, it is home to the Chinese Buddhism Association.

The overall arrangement of this temple is symmetrical. On its medial axis stand such important buildings as the Temple Gate, the Main Hall, the Sutra Hall, the Jade Carving Monk Status Attaining Altar, etc. from south to north. It is the largest remaining fresco of its kind in China, depicting the scene of Buddha expounding Buddhist doctrines, and also a rare artistic work. In a small yard west of the Sutra Hall there stands a white marble stone carving Monk Status Attaining Altar. It is well preserved, and is the only monk ordination altar in Beijing.

Each year Guangji Temple receives a large number of Buddhists and tourists from home and overseas, and many large-scale meetings, religious ceremonies, and ceremonies concerning foreign affairs are frequently held here.

Ticket: Free

Opening Hours: 7:00-16:30

Location: No. 25 Fuchengmennei Dajie, Xicheng Distirct

Tel: 010-66160907