Shisheng Temple (Huang Temple)
皇寺（实胜寺）
A Tibetan Buddhist temple decreed by Hong Taiji of the Qing dynasty, commonly known as Huang Temple, and the imperial temple of early Qing Mukden.
Shisheng Temple was built between 1636 and 1638. Hong Taiji ordered its construction to commemorate his conquest of Lindan Khan of the Chahar and to enshrine a golden image of Mahakala. Its imperial associations earned it the popular name Huang Temple, which is 'Imperial Temple.' The old North Market commercial district later grew up around it. The temple is modest in size, but its gate, Heavenly King Hall, main hall, and east and west side halls preserve early Qing architectural style. The courtyard contains prayer wheels and mani stones. Admission is about 5 yuan, subject to on-site confirmation, and a visit takes about 30 minutes. The Xibe Family Temple (Taiping Temple) and the former site of the CPC Manchuria Provincial Committee are nearby, so the three can be visited together. Take Metro Line 10 or a bus to the North Market area.
Opening hours
08:30–16:30
Nearby sights
- Former Site of the CPC Manchuria Provincial Committee
- Zhongshan Square
- Xita Korean Street
- Taiyuan Street
- Youth Park & Liaoning TV Tower
- Liu Laogen Grand Stage
- Mukden Palace (Shenyang Imperial Palace)
- Marshal Zhang's Mansion