4A Tourism Area
Xinchang Dafo Temple (Big Buddha Temple)
新昌大佛寺
Zhejiang, Shaoxing★ 4.6·30.4737°N, 120.0237°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
Half day
Rating
4.6 / 5.0
About Xinchang Dafo Temple (Big Buddha Temple)
A significant religious and cultural site in Shaoxing, Zhejiang, featuring historic temples, shrines, and centuries of spiritual tradition. • 1,600-year-old temple with the 16 m 'Great Buddha of Jiangnan' cliff Maitreya. • 1,075 Buddhas in the Qianfo (Thousand...
Highlights
• 1,600-year-old temple with the 16 m 'Great Buddha of Jiangnan' cliff Maitreya. • 1,075 Buddhas in the Qianfo (Thousand Buddha) courtyard.
Suggested Route
South gate → Heavenly King Hall → Big Buddha Hall grotto → Qianfo Zen Courtyard → Prajna Valley; allow about 3 h.
Food & Lodging
Xinchang taro dumplings and local temple vegetarian food; guesthouses in Xinchang.
Facilities
Parking, restrooms, some shuttle, and steps/slopes (moderate access).
Travel Tips
Some temples offer vegetarian meals. Check lunar calendar for special Buddhist festival days.
Location
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Opening Hours
08:30-16:00 (last entry 15:30)
Getting There
In Xinchang County, Shaoxing; nearest HSR Xinchang Station ~10 km (Hangzhou-Shaoxing-Taizhou HSR); nearest airport Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l ~100 km.
Reservation
Ticketed; book ahead via official platform.
Ticket Price
Free admission
Address
Shaoxing City Xinchang County Renminxi Road No. 117
