Dazhao Temple Hohhot: A 400-Year-Old Tibetan Buddhist Treasure in Inner Mongolia

2025-04-07 13 0

In the heart of Hohhot's old town, Dazhao Temple (Yikezhao) stands as Inner Mongolia's most revered Gelug school Tibetan Buddhist monastery, radiating spiritual grandeur since 1580.

Must-See Highlights
✔ Silver Buddha: The gleaming Sakyamuni silver statue - the temple's sacred centerpiece
✔ Three Masterpieces: Famous for its murals, silver Buddha & dragon carvings
✔ Prayer Wheel Path: Join pilgrims circling the temple with spinning prayer wheels

ℹ Visitor Info
▸ Entry: ¥35
▸ Hours: 8AM-6PM
▸ Nearby: Explore Sai Shang Old Street & local food alleys

More vibrant than Wuta Temple's serenity, Dazhao immerses you in Mongolia's Buddhist legacy through chanting monks and intricate artistry.

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