Longhua Temple, Shanghai

Name: Longhua Temple
Address: 2853 Longhua Rd | 龙华路2853号, Shanghai, China

#41 among attractions in Shanghai

Buddhist architecture, Temple

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The Longhua Temple is a Buddhist temple dedicated to the Maitreya Buddha in Shanghai. Although most of the present day buildings date from later reconstructions, the temple preserves the architectural design of a Song dynasty monastery of the Chan School. It is the largest, most authentic and complete ancient temple complex in the city of Shanghai. ()

Local name: 龙华寺 Completed: 242 A.D.Architectural style: Chinese architectureCoordinates: 31°10'38"N, 121°26'49"E

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2853 Longhua Rd | 龙华路2853号徐汇 (龙华)Shanghai China

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Nearby attractions include: St. Ignatius Cathedral, Shanghai Film Museum, Shanghai Stadium, Metro-City.

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