Scenic spot introduction:
Tianjin Xikai Church is the largest Catholic church in Tianjin and has a rare Romanesque style in China. The church is gorgeously decorated and has a large area. Devout believers come here every day, and it is a must-see attraction for every tourist.Attractions distribution:
Xikai Church is located on Dushan Road, Binjiang Road, and includes the Catholic Cathedral and the Cathedral. The whole building is in the shape of a "pin", with the balcony made of yellow and red bricks, an emerald green round belly-shaped spire on top, and a semicircular arched window under the eaves. The interior of the church is in the form of a three-passage corridor, with an altar to the Sacred Heart of Mary, an altar to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and a confessional booth. It is beautifully decorated with painted murals, sculptures, and colored windows. Every religious festival, Xikai Church holds grand activities, and many young people hold their weddings here to experience unique and eternal moments.Scenic spot features:
Visit, Pray, Architecture Tour, Religion, ArchitectureTravel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel Guide: Tianjin Two-Day Travel Guide 2017
travelling guideline:
teach Inside the Hall Held every morning Religious activities Every Sunday and Catholic holidays, morning and evening Religious activities .
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
(Local specialties) Guifaxiang fried dough twist, Erduoyan fried cake, Goubuli steamed buns, Bengdou Zhang, Niren Zhang colored sculptures, etc.
(Special food) Clam meat, chef-fried tofu, isinglass and shrimp paste, and home-brewed beer.
Scenic spot location:
China > Tianjin > Heping District
How to get there:
Bus route: Take bus No. 3, No. 35 section, No. 45, No. 600 outer ring, No. 606, No. 631, No. 632, No. 641, No. 643, No. 650, No. 669, No. 673, No. 800, No. 840, No. 842, No. 851, No. 867, No. 901, No. 954, and School Line 3, and get off at Binjiang Road.
Scenic area map:
Click to expand the scenic area map
Ticket prices for Xikai Church:
free
Scenic area opening hours:
Weekdays 05:00-16:30, Sundays 05:00-20:00.
Mass times are at 6:00 and 7:30 every day.
