Xishan Laojun Temple Travel Guide

Shayibak District

Scenic spot introduction:

Xishan Laojun Temple is the largest Taoist architectural complex in the entire northwest region. It is not only an important ancient cultural site in Urumqi, but also the most spiritual and largest Taoist temple in Urumqi to date. It is an important carrier for the local people to inherit and promote Taoism.

Attractions distribution:

Xishan Laojun Temple is located in Sayibak District, Urumqi City, Xinjiang. It was built in 1767. The existing temple architectural layout is completely in accordance with the original Qing Dynasty style and traditional Taoist temple design. It covers a total area of 20,640 square meters and has a construction area of 20,640 square meters. Covering an area of 6804 square meters, the building complex is dominated by Laojun Hall, surrounded by Drum Tower, Bell Tower, Caishen Hall, Yaowang Hall, Wenchang Hall, etc.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 4A-level scenic spot, national key cultural relic protection unit

Scenic spot features:

Prayer, Taoism, historic sites, Taoist temples

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region>Urumqi City>Shayibak District

How to get there:

In Urumqi, you can take bus No. 14, No. 45, No. 70, No. 72, No. 529, No. 532, No. 921 and get off at the 104 bus stop to Laojun Temple.

Scenic area map:

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Tickets

Laojun Temple ticket price:

10 yuan/person.

Scenic area opening hours:

Summer 7:30-20:00;

Winter 10:00-19:00.

Travel Tips

Tour route:

Recommended tour route: Laojun Temple Archway → Lingguan Hall → Chenghuang Temple → Lingguan Hall → Jade Emperor Hall.

Best time to visit:

May to October every year is the golden season for tourism in Urumqi, because during this time the flowers and trees are in full bloom and the fruits and melons are fragrant.

Shopping recommendations:

Stuffed skin, Xinjiang hops, Dutar, deer antlers, donkey-hide gelatin, deer blood wine, hot wapu, melons and fruits, Adelaide silk, Yingjisha knives, Xinjiang carpets, jade carvings, wine, Uighur embroidered hats, and smells Jade et al.