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Lingyin Temple

灵隐寺 · Hangzhou, China

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Lingyin Temple — Photo: Unknown · ·Wikimedia Commons

One of China's largest Buddhist temples, guarded by cliff carvings of hundreds of Buddhas.

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Lingyin Temple — another view — Photo: Unknown · ·source

Where it fits: Lingyin Temple is inHangzhou. Allow 2 days for the city. Best time: March–May and September–November. 45–60 min high-speed train from Shanghai.

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