Guanyin Hall of Datong
大同观音堂
A Liao dynasty temple on the way to the Yungang Grottoes. The three-dragon glazed screen wall in front is one of Datong's three glazed dragon walls, and the Guanyin statues inside are dignified.
Guanyin Hall is at Fozi Bay, about 7 kilometers west of Datong city, close to National Highway 109. It was first built in the Liao dynasty, and the surviving buildings were rebuilt in the Qing dynasty. The temple is built into the hillside with two courtyards, one above the other. In front of the hall stands a Ming dynasty glazed screen wall with three dragons. Together with the Nine-Dragon Wall, it is one of the famous glazed dragon walls of Datong. The main hall enshrines statues of Guanyin and her attendants, with dignified faces. The site is modest in size, and a visit takes about 40 minutes. It is a good stop on the way to or from the Yungang Grottoes, and it is most convenient to reach by taxi or car. Admission is inexpensive. Check on site for details.
Opening hours
About 08:30–17:30
Nearby sights
- Jinhuagong National Mine Park
- Yungang Grottoes
- Huayan Temple
- Datong Ancient City Wall
- Shanhua Temple
- Datong Drum Tower
- Nine-Dragon Wall
- Prince Dai's Mansion