Zhangye Giant Buddha Temple, A millennium of serenity in a monumental Buddha

64 Dafosi Alley, Ganzhou District, Zhangye City, Gansu Province

The largest indoor reclining Buddha statue currently in China

Introduction

Located in the urban area of Zhangye City, Dafosi Temple was built during the Yon'an period of the Western Xia Dynasty, and has a history of more than 900 years. The temple houses the largest indoor reclining Buddha statue in China, measuring 34.5 meters long and 7.5 meters wide, and is large enough to lie a person between its fingers. In addition to the giant Buddha, the temple also features statues of the Ten Disciples and Eighteen Arhats, as well as murals depicting the Journey to the West and Classic of Mountains and Seas. Visitors can explore the main buildings including the Hall of Buddha, Hall of Saints, Scripture Hall, Earthen Pagoda, and Shanxi Guild Hall.

Address

64 Dafosi Alley, Ganzhou District, Zhangye City, Gansu Province

Opening hours

08:30-18:00 (all day)
last admission: 17:30 (Monday to Sunday, June 1st to August 31st) 08:30-17:30 (all day)
last admission: 17:00 (Monday to Sunday, December 1st to February 28th of the following year) Tips: Note: Admission is free on the following dates: New Year's Day, International Women's Day (March 8th), International Museum Day (May 18th), Cultural Heritage Day (second Saturday in June), National Fire Safety Propaganda and Education Day (November 9th), International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3rd).

Transportation

Get off at the Nan Cheng Xiangkou (bus stop) by taking Bus No. 8 or Bus No. 4, and then walk to your destination.

Phone 0936-8682622;0936-8589955