Hongluo Temple 

Hongluo Temple was built in the fourth year of the Xiankang period in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, with a strict layout and a majestic atmosphere. In summer, the temple is surrounded by rods of bamboo and acres of ancient pine forests, forming a beautiful painting of “an ancient temple hidden in blue waves". 

Hongluo Temple boasts not only a monastery, but also beautiful mountain and forest scenery, making it a great place for hiking and enjoying the scenery. There are three routes in the scenic area. The one most traveled by tourists is the Luohan Road, which is flat and easy to navigate and suitable for children and the elderly; the Guanyin Road is also popular because of the various Guanyin statues enshrined along the road; the middle road is the steepest and less frequented by tourists, but very secluded.  

Address: No.2, Hongluo East Road, Huairou District, Beijing

Jietai Temple 

Located on Maanshan in the Mentougou district, Jietai Temple was built in the fifth year of the Wude period of the Tang Dynasty (622 AD) and has a history of more than 1400 years. It is the temple with the most complete preservation of relics from the Liao Dynasty in northern China. 

In summer, the temple is full of greenery and ancient trees, and has not only the majestic atmosphere of a northern temple, but also the quiet and elegant atmosphere of a garden in the south of the Yangtze River. With an altitude of nearly 400 meters, the average temperature is 4-5 degrees Celsius lower than that of the city, making it a great place to escape the summer heat.

Address: Ma'anshan, Yongding Town, Mentougou District, Beijing

Baipu Temple

The temple was originally called the Baipu Shoufeng Zen Temple. A spring originally flowed down from the mountain behind the temple and has continued to do so over the years, hence the name.   

Yunlei Pavilion is the landmark of the temple and a must-see for many visitors.

To the west of the Mian Hall is a pagoda, which is a masterpiece of the Minyan Tower in the Jin Dynasty. It’s a rare and precious pagoda in China, and a protected cultural relic in Beijing.  

The temple is also home to various solemn halls and charming attractions. In summer, why not come to Baipu Temple with your friends to feel the seclusion amidst the mountains and ancient trees? 

Address: Yubai Village, Yanchi Town, Mentougou District, Beijing

Translator: BAO Minmin

Reviewer: WANG Yiwen