If history and culture of China pose to you a lively interest, you'll certainly be interesting to visit one of the largest Buddhist temples in China, the Lama temple, located in the heart of Beijing. Today it is a functioning monastery and Cathedral schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

The temple was built in 1694 as the residence of the Prince, in 1744, was converted into a monastery, where Emperor Qianlong decided to settle 500 Lamaist monks. The Church building was painted in gold and red tones, with a total area of 66 thousand square meters Under the temple reserved area of rectangular shape, enclosed by a high wall, the main pavilions located in the center, less significant – on the perimeter of the site.

Immediately outside the main entrance goes a long alley at the end of which you will see beautiful high arch. On both sides of it are the tower, which rises the bell and the drum. They are used in carrying out various rituals and celebrations. In the centre stands the temple Tanjungan Hall of the heavenly kings. Inside it are four sculptures of angry guards.

After the Lama temple is located, it is also called the Palace of peace and accord. This is the most important building of the complex, gave it a name. Here is the statue of Maitreya Buddha is 23 meters in height, 7 of which are located underground. It is believed that the statue is carved from a solid tree trunk sandalwood.

The temple, besides the pavilions, contains a number of other areas: the Museum, which is dedicated to Chinese Buddhism, as well as numerous shops where you can buy Souvenirs and products made from Tibetan silver.