Shanghai, China

Longhua Temple

Longhua Temple, Shanghai

Shanghai's largest and oldest temple complex traces its founding to 242 and its octagonal pagoda to 977. Five halls along a central axis hold ancient bells and Buddhas, framed each spring by famous peach blossoms.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Longhua Temple, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 31.172658, 121.451261

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