Jialan Temple, one of the most photogenic attractions in Suzhou

♥ Jialan Temple Located about 80 meters southwest of the intersection of Moyie Road and Loumen Road, Gusu District, Suzhou City. Jialan Temple is located in the northeast of the ancient city, 400 meters east of the Humble Administrator's Garden, under Loumen Bridge, surrounded by water on three sides and roads on four sides. The temple has buildings such as the Mountain Gate (Heavenly King Hall), Mahavira Hall, Sutra Library, and Jialan Hall, with a rigorous layout and exquisite structure. Jialan Temple has a unique architectural style, with yellow walls and black tiles, and towering ancient trees. It is a pleasant landscape in the green belt around the ancient city of Suzhou. Jialan Temple is not only a spiritual home for Buddhist believers to pray for blessings and kindness, but also an important cultural attraction in Suzhou. The stories and legends of Jialan Temple are widely circulated, such as the tragic love story of a general and a woman during the Southern Song Dynasty, and the story of Guan Yu being revered as the Jialan Bodhisattva, which adds a strong cultural heritage to Jialan Temple. ✔ Opening hours: Generally from 7:30 to 16:00 or 9:30 to 19:00, the specific time may be adjusted due to seasons or temple activities. It is recommended to check in advance or consult temple staff. ✔ Tickets: Some say that tickets are free, while others say that the adult ticket price is 50 yuan per person, which may vary depending on time or channel. It is recommended to consult on-site or check in advance through official channels. ✔ Bus: You can take bus No. 142 to "Dongdajie" station and walk for a few minutes to reach the temple. In addition, buses No. 0, 301, 305, and 313 can also reach the nearby area, and you need to walk a certain distance after getting off. ✔ Main attractions ☞ Heavenly King Hall: One of the main buildings of Jialan Temple, enshrining statues of the Four Heavenly Kings and other Buddhas. ☞ Mahavira Hall: The core building of the temple, enshrining statues of Sakyamuni Buddha and other Buddhas, is the main place for believers to pray and worship. ☞ Sutra Library: It houses a large number of Buddhist classics and documents, and is an important place for learning and studying Buddhist culture. ☞ Jialan Hall: Enshrining statues of Jialan Bodhisattva and other Buddhas, it is one of the features of Jialan Temple.