Yanfu Temple
延福寺
The family temple of the Alxa Prince's palace within Dingyuanying, the foremost of the eight major temples in Alxa, and a Qing-era monastery that blends Han and Tibetan styles.
Yanfu Temple was first built during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor of the Qing dynasty. It served as the family temple of the Alxa Prince's palace and is one of the earliest Tibetan Buddhist temples in the Alxa region. The Qianlong Emperor gave the temple its name. Located inside Dingyuanying, it blends Han-style timber architecture with Tibetan decoration, and it preserves Qing-era buildings, Buddhist statues and thangkas. It is modest in size and can be seen in 30–60 minutes, making it a good addition to a visit to Dingyuanying and the palace. Admission is inexpensive, but check the posted prices on site. Please do not photograph the Buddha statues inside the hall, and follow the custom of walking clockwise around the temple.
Opening hours
About 08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Dingyuanying Ancient Town
- Alxa Museum
- Guangzong Monastery (Nansi) & Helan Mountain Scenic Area
- Fuyin Monastery (Beisi)
- Swan Lake (Tengger Desert)
- Dream Desert Motor Park
- Moon Lake (Tengger Desert)
- Tonghu Grassland