Leiyin Temple
雷音寺
A Buddhist temple at the foot of Mingsha Mountain, with halls built against the sand mountain. It can be visited on the way to or from Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake.
Leiyin Temple is near the north gate of the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake scenic area. Legend traces its origins to a Tang-dynasty monastery. The current temple was rebuilt in recent years and is fairly large, with a mountain gate, Hall of Heavenly Kings, Main Hall, and a sutra library. Behind it rises the golden sand mountain, and the combination of an ancient temple and dunes creates a distinctive view. Admission is free. A visit takes about 40 minutes, and it is convenient to stop before entering Mingsha Mountain or after leaving the scenic area. Inside the halls, please keep quiet and dress appropriately.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Dunhuang Grand Show
- Mingsha Mountain & Crescent Lake
- Dunhuang Museum
- White Horse Pagoda
- Dunhuang Night Market
- Reverse-Pipa Statue & Danghe Riverside
- Dunhuang Music & Dance Immersive Show
- Encore Dunhuang