Mati Temple Scenic Resort, A spiritual sanctuary amidst majestic cliffs

Matixiang Tibetan Autonomous Township, Sunan Yugur Autonomous County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province

Also a very good attraction

Introduction

-A massive rock temple complex, gazing at carved Buddha statues, is both mystical and spectacular. -Here contains many legendary relics, such as the Heavenly Horse Hoofprint, Yuan Dynasty frescoes, and Buddhist statues, as well as temples of Han and Tibetan Buddhism. -The North Temple has now opened to the public, and the Thousand Buddha Caves, the Palace of Gesar, and the Thirty-Three Heavenly Caves are the main areas to visit. -The Thirty-Three Heavenly Caves, the central building of Mati Temple, is a seven-tiered, ladder-style building spread along the mountain wall, where you will see many ancient Buddhist statues. -In addition, you can also experience the unique lifestyle of the nomadic people on the grassland, stay in Yugur tents, and taste Qingke wine and hand-grabbed meat.

Address

Matixiang Tibetan Autonomous Township, Sunan Yugur Autonomous County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province

Opening hours

08:00-18:00 (All Day)
Last entry at 17:30 (May 1st-Oct 31st, daily) 09:00-18:00 (All Day)
Last entry at 17:00 (Nov 1st-Apr 30th, daily)

Transportation

There are dedicated buses from Zhangye Automotive South Station to Mati Temple, but departure times are not fixed.

Phone 0936-8891646;0936-8891610

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Mati Temple Scenic Resort, A spiritual sanctuary amidst majestic cliffs

Introduction

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