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Situated alongside the Grand Canal, where it joins the Sancha Canal, Gaomin Temple is considered one of the four great Zen monasteries of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

Qing Emperor Kangxi named the temple and inscribed the words“the Gaomin Temple built under Imperial Order”during his visit.

The temple has Buddhism influences from Southeast Asia and visitors can see a standing Buddha and reclining jade Buddha on display at the temple. The Buddhas originated from Myanmar.

Buddhists from China and Southeast Asia use the temple for worship.

Address: The junction of the Grand Canal and Yi Yang River, south suburb of Yangzhou

Admission: Free

Open hours: 9:00-17:00

Bus routes: No.17No. 18, No.34, No.37

Tel: +86 514-87511398