Haichuang Temple
海幢寺
A Lingnan temple on the south bank of the Pearl River, dating from the Qing dynasty. It was once one of the few temples foreigners were allowed to visit during the Qing, with ancient trees and a quiet atmosphere.
Haichuang Temple is on South China Middle Road in Haizhu District. It was first built in the late Ming dynasty and expanded in the early Qing, becoming one of the 'Four Great Monasteries of Guangzhou.' During the Canton System of the Qing dynasty, it was one of the few places where foreign merchants were allowed to visit, and it appears in many export paintings and Western travel accounts. Surviving buildings include the Great Buddha Hall and the Pagoda Hall, and the courtyard has centuries-old Chinese orchids and banyan trees, making it peaceful. Entry is free. Take Metro Line 6 to Haizhu Square Station and cross the river, or walk about 10 minutes from Shier Gong Station on Metro Line 2. It can be combined with Taikoo Cang and the Generalissimo's Mansion.
Opening hours
06:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Sacred Heart Cathedral (Shishi)
- Shamian Island
- Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street
- Pearl River Night Cruise
- Huaisheng Mosque (Guangta)
- Taikoo Cang Wharf
- Dafo Temple (Guangzhou)
- Beijing Road Pedestrian Street