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Temple Hopping in Beijing Posted by sasha on Aug 24, 2016
Beijing (北京 – běi jīng) is one of the most popular cities in China to visit, and for good reason. There’s enough to see and do to keep visitors busy for weeks on end. The city is home to some of the most famous sights in the country – the Great Wall, Forbidden City, and…
Red Snail Temple (红螺寺) Posted by sasha on Aug 26, 2013
Out in Beijing’s Huairou district, you’ll find the Red Snail Temple. This Buddhist temple is over a thousand years old, and it’s a great place to learn about Chinese history and culture, while at the same time getting some exercise and breathing the fresh mountain air. 怀柔区 – huái róu qū Huairou district 红螺寺 –…