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Jade Buddha Temple

玉佛寺
Yù Fó Sì
Heritage Site1-2 hours8 AM – 4:30 PM80/100 popularity
A vibrant scene of Jing'an Temple with modern skyscrapers in Shanghai, China.
Built in 1882 to house two jade Buddhas brought from Burma by a Chinese monk, this is a functioning monastery rather than a museum. Robed monks live and chant here daily. The complex spans three halls; the Jade Buddha Hall (separate ticket) protects the 1.95-meter seated jade figure and a smaller reclining version. Vegetarian dining is open to visitors on the side — a clean, quiet meal of monastic cooking. Entry 30 RMB, jade hall an extra 10 RMB. Crowds peak on Buddhist holidays. Photography is restricted in the jade hall itself but encouraged everywhere else.
Address
170 Anyuan Road, Putuo District, Shanghai
普陀区安远路170号

Highlights

  • Seated Jade Buddha (坐佛)1.95m tall, housed in Jade Buddha Hall (separate 10 RMB ticket)
  • Reclining Jade Buddha (卧佛)Smaller figure in same hall; photography restricted
  • Monastic Vegetarian DiningClean, quiet meal of monastic cooking on side of complex
  • Three Hall ComplexActive monastery with daily chanting; entry 30 RMB

For foreign visitors

  • English service: partial english
  • Cards accepted: cash_only
  • Booking / entry: not needed
  • Best time: Weekday mornings, before 10 AM
  • Wi-Fi: none
  • Transit access: metro direct

Photos

Ornate golden Buddha statue in a Shanghai temple with intricate decorations.
Detailed close-up of a golden Buddha statue's foot, highlighting intricate design and craftsmanship in Shanghai.
Golden Buddha statue with intricate carvings in a Seoul temple.
Ornate golden Buddha statues on display at a temple in Busan, South Korea.
Golden Buddha statue in a temple in Seoul, South Korea, showcasing spiritual serenity and artistic craftsmanship.
Close-up of an ornate golden Buddha statue in a Seoul temple, showcasing intricate detail.
A stunning golden Buddha statue in a Seoul temple, reflecting serenity and artistry.
Beautiful traditional Chinese temple gate in Shanghai, captured during sunset, highlighting cultural architecture.
A detailed Buddha statue at an ornate Buddhist temple, symbolizing peace and spirituality.
A serene golden Buddha statue inside a Seoul temple, representing peace and spirituality.
Group of people in a courtyard at Jingan Temple, Shanghai, enjoying the cultural ambiance.
Elegant golden Buddha statues in a Busan temple showcasing intricate details and religious art.
A serene golden Buddha statue surrounded by vibrant lotus flowers inside a Seoul temple.
Serene golden Buddha statue against detailed carved backdrop in a Seoul temple.

What travelers say (3 reviews)

Maria R.·TripAdvisor·5/5

An active monastery, not a museum. The chanting monks and incense made it incredibly atmospheric.

2026-03-22
Kevin T.·Google Maps·4/5

The vegetarian restaurant on site is excellent. Try the mushroom hot pot.

2026-04-18
禅意人生·Ctrip·4/5

玉佛是真正的瑰宝。值得专程一拜。建议工作日上午来。

2026-02-14

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