The millennia-old Baipu Temple is located at the foot of Jincheng Mountain in Yanchi Town, Mentougou District, Beijing. Originally built during the Liao Dynasty, the temple has undergone multiple repairs and reconstructions, gradually evolving into a renowned cultural attraction in western Beijing. Baipu Temple demonstrates a unique architectural style, seamlessly blending ancient Chinese elements with touches of contemporary artistry. The Buddha statues, many of them placed outdoors or atop the roofs, demonstrate distinctive styles, stunning everyone who sees them. The landmark Yunlei Pavilion, decorated with dragons and phoenix motifs, creates a mysterious atmosphere, drawing numerous visitors from afar. Join us as we follow Anna Rogozina from Russia to discover the awe-inspiring "magical" constructions of Baipu Temple.

Buddha statues standing on the top of two pillars

[Photo by Anna Rogozina from Russia]

Lifelike dragons and Buddha statues atop Yunlei Pavilion

[Photo by Anna Rogozina from Russia]

Yunlei Pavilion is decorated with dragons and phoenixes that can be clearly sighted from afar.

[Photo by Anna Rogozina from Russia]

Heng, one of the two guardians of the temple gate, is nearly 10 meters tall and awe-inspiring.

[Photo by Anna Rogozina from Russia]

Ha, the other Guardian of the temple gate, is nearly 10 meters tall and equally awe-inspiring.

[Photo by Anna Rogozina from Russia]