Fuyin Monastery (Beisi)
福因寺
A Qing-era Tibetan Buddhist monastery deep in the Helan Mountains. Known as the North Temple, it is paired with the South Temple, and it is quiet and rarely visited.
Fuyin Monastery, commonly known as the North Temple, was built during the Jiaqing reign of the Qing dynasty. It is one of the eight major temples of Alxa and mirrors the South Temple, Guangzong Monastery, from the opposite side. The temple lies in a valley on the western slope of the Helan Mountains, surrounded by mountain springs and trees. Its halls have been restored and combine white Tibetan-style walls with Han-style roofs. Far fewer visitors come here than to the South Temple, making it ideal for those who want peace and quiet. It is about 30-plus km northeast of Bayan Hot and must be reached by car. Watch for falling rocks on the mountain roads. Admission and opening hours vary, so check on site. Allow 1–1.5 hours.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Alxa Museum
- Dingyuanying Ancient Town
- Yanfu Temple
- Guangzong Monastery (Nansi) & Helan Mountain Scenic Area
- Swan Lake (Tengger Desert)
- Dream Desert Motor Park
- Moon Lake (Tengger Desert)
- Ulan Buh Desert