"Lama Temple", is a temple and monastery of the Geluk School of Tibetan Buddhism located in the Dongcheng District of Beijing, China. The building and the artworks of the temple is a combination ofHan Chinese and Tibetan styles.
Please note that I had to go for a second time as they close entry at 4pm. However, it was worth the trouble.
A great structure with tremendous significance in the history of Beijing. It houses the Statue of Maitreya (Budhha) carved out of a single white sandalwood tree 26 metres high which holds a Guiness World Record.
A beautiful temple with a mix of typical Qing Dynasty and Tibetan architecture. This is also a Tibetan Budhhist monastery. One of the largest in the world.
The Hall of Three Incence is a place where you can feel inner peace of mind.
You can buy incense sticks outside the temple before entry. Once inside you will feel like offering prayer. The serenity of the place is magical.
The best way to go there is by Subway; the station is adjacent to the temple. Getting a taxi can be real pain. Best time to go there is in the morning, so that you can spend a good amount of time inside many halls. A must visit while in Beijing.
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