Shaolin Temple One Day Tour

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

Visit the historic Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and renowned for its martial arts. Explore the ancient Pagoda Forest, home to over 240 Buddhist pagodas, and witness an electrifying Shaolin Kung Fu performance by skilled monks. This tour, set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Song, provides insights into the rich cultural heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy lunch included in the tour and experience the essence of Shaolin in a single day.

- Discover the world-famous Shaolin Temple, founded in 495 AD
- Visit the impressive Pagoda Forest with over 240 Buddhist structures
- Includes lunch and professional English-speaking guide

What's Included

Services of a professional English-speaking guide
Admission fee
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Scenic area electric carts
Personal expenses

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Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
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    Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)

    What visitors can see at Shaolin Temple: Shaolin Temple Main Courtyard Buildings: The "Shaolin Temple" plaque inscribed by Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, plus structures like Mountain Gate Hall, Heavenly King Hall, Main Hall, Scripture Repository, Abbot's Chamber and Lixue Pavilion. Also, the imposing statues of Two Guardian Generals (Heng and Ha), Four Heavenly Kings and Eighteen Arhats. Ancient Ginkgo Trees: 1,500-year-old ginkgos in the temple, vibrant and complementing the red walls and green glazed tiles. Shaolin Temple Pagoda Forest: Over 240 pagodas from the Tang Dynasty to now, China's largest and most numerous ancient pagoda complex. Notably, the 30th abbot Master Suxi's pagoda has carvings of airplanes, steamships and mobile phones; the 24th abbot Master Xiaoshan's wooden pagoda (appointed by Ming Emperor Jiajing) is also worth seeing.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Henan Tour Max Internatonal Travel Service

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