China's First Ancient Temple: White Horse Temple

White Horse Temple in Luoyang is the first Buddhist temple built in China after Buddhism was introduced to China during the Han dynasty. It is revered as the origin of Buddhism in China and "China's first ancient temple." White Horse Temple was built in the 11th year of the Yongping era of the Eastern Han dynasty (68 AD), and has a history of over 1,900 years. White Horse Temple is located 12 km east of Luoyang, Henan Province, with Mang Mountain to the north and the Luo River to the south. The terrain is high in the north and low in the south. White Horse Temple is a 4A-level scenic area and a national key cultural relic protection unit. Attraction Introduction Qiyun Pagoda Courtyard • Address: No. 6, Luobai Road, Baima Temple Town, Luolong District, Luoyang • Ticket Price: Adult ticket: CNY 35, Student/Teacher ticket: CNY 17.5 • Opening Hours: Summer opening hours: April 1 to October 7, ticket sales: 07:40–18:00, scenic area opening hours: 07:40–18:40 • Transportation: Take bus 801 from Luoyang Railway Station to Baima Temple Bus Stop (about 1 hour), or take bus 56 from the intersection of Jingu Garden Road and Chunqing Road to Baima Temple Bus Stop (about 1 hour). You can also take a taxi, which costs about CNY 30. If you depart from Luoyang Longmen Station, you need to transfer, or take a taxi, which costs about CNY 40. International Buddhist Temple Garden The International Buddhist Temple Garden includes the Thai Buddhist Temple Garden, the Myanmar Buddhist Temple Garden, and the Indian Buddhist Temple Garden. • Thai Buddhist Temple Garden: Showcases Thai-style architecture, with a three-story yellow-tiled roof, interior murals, donated Buddha statues, as well as a stupa, sutra library, bell and drum tower, four-faced Buddha, pavilion, monk's quarters, and other facilities. • Myanmar Buddhist Temple Garden: Built in the style of the Mandalay Palace in Myanmar, with red and gold as the main colors, it has an exhibition hall and four main gates of the Great Golden Pagoda. • Indian Buddhist Temple Garden: Has a Great Buddha Hall, with a statue of the Buddha preaching in the center, a glass skylight at the top, and sunlight shining down on the statue. The base of the Great Buddha Hall is designed with a water system, like a blooming lotus. Tour Suggestions • Notes: Keep quiet in the temple and respect the religious beliefs of the temple. • Tour Time: It is recommended to spend half a day to a day touring. • Transportation: Take bus 56, 60, or 81 to White Horse Temple, or take a tour bus from Luoyang Railway Station. • Accommodation: There are various hotels to choose from in Luoyang. We hope the above information is helpful to you! Have a great trip!