Scenic spot introduction:
Nanjing Pilu Temple was built between 1522 and 1566. Because the temple worshiped Vairocana Buddha, it was originally named Pilu Temple and is one of the famous temples in Jinling. Pilu Temple is the "Golden Guangming Taoist Temple". It upholds the spirit of Jin Guangming, solemns the land, and promotes the holy religion. It is unique in the Buddhist capital of Jinling and is an iconic Taoist temple for Chinese Buddhism from tradition to modernity.Attractions distribution:
In Pilu Temple, there are the Main Hall, Ten Thousand Buddhas Tower, Drum Tower, Bell Tower, Samantabhadra Hall, Manjusri Hall, the former residence of Zhao Puchu, the large chime of Dabaoen Temple, Qing Dynasty lotus vat, gilt Buddha statues, copper pagodas, stone carvings, ancient trees, etc.Scenic spot features:
buddhism, architecture, templeAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
(Specialties) Nanjing wood carvings, Jinling gold foil, Yuhua tea, etc.
(Delicious food) Braised dried vegetables, duck blood and vermicelli soup, lotus root in sugar porridge, pressed duck, etc.
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Jiangsu Province>Nanjing City>Xuanwu District>Meiyuan Xincun Street
How to get there:
Bus route: Take bus 40, 47, 58, or 93 and get off at Longpan Middle Road Pilu Temple Station.
Driving route: Just take Hanfu Street in the city.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Ticket prices for Pilu Temple:
15 yuan per person
Scenic area opening hours:
All day
