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“Ling yin Temple (Temple of Soul's Retreat)” TravelChinaGuide.com
“Ling Yin Si” orientaltravel.com / Travelnet Ltd.
“Lingyin Temple and Chinese Temple Design” Imperial Tours
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“Destination: China - Drinking in the culture of tea” Los Angeles Times (free registration required)
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
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Built in 326 A.D. at the foot of Lingyin Mountain, this temple features a main hall extending 33.5 meters in height, a statue of Sakyamuni carved out...... more » Built in 326 A.D. at the foot of Lingyin Mountain, this temple features a main hall extending 33.5 meters in height, a statue of Sakyamuni carved out of 24 pieces of camphor wood and a laughing Buddha covered in gold. « less
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Attraction type: Religious site, Historic site
Address: Hangzhou
China

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“Temple of the soul's retreat”
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5 of 5 stars
paul611
Eastbourne, England
13 Apr 2008
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From the city centre Lingyin Temple is 30 minutes or so by taxi along the shores of West Lake. Set in the scenic area of Feilai Peak (admission RMB 30) This large temple (admission 35RMB) was well worth a visit. We arrived at 9am well before the crowds. Take time to explore the limestone caves and scenery of Feilai Peak... more

“寺外比寺内更有看头”
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3 of 5 stars
A DaoDao Member
Google Translation
1 Mar 2009

08年8月在网上报了个当地旅行社一日游散... more

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