Written by Veronica |
Rewu Temple, an important Tibetan Buddhist temple in Daocheng County, was built in the early Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It is located on a mountainside of 4,230 meters above sea level. āRewuāĀ in Tibetan language means āwhere the jar breaks is the place for the construction of templeā.
The existing Rewu Temple can be divided into upper Rewu Temple and the lower Rewu Temple, which belong to different sects of White religion and Hua religion. It is rare to see the coexistence of the two major sects and the harmonious relations between monks for hundreds of years in Tibetan Buddhist temples.
Rewu Temple Facts
Location: āOpposite Bowa Mountain, āSala Town, āDaocheng County, āGanzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province
Ticket Price: Free of charge
Opening Time: All day
What to See in Rewu Temple
The architectural style of Rewu temple has both Tibetan and Han ethnic groupsāĀ characteristics, decorated in red, white and yellow. The white and red temple walls with the golden roof blend perfectly with the mountain color, which is very suitable for appreciating this magnificent scenery from a distance.
Rewu temple is not only an important place of faith for the local Tibetan people, but also a popular place of worship for pilgrims and tourists. Rewusi Temple is home to precious cultural relics, including 10 gold thangka paintings, Buddha statues and ā Buddhist utensils.
In addition, Xianuoduoji Town where Rewu Monastery is located, is also a beautiful Tibetan village. Tourists can enjoy the original scenery of the Tibetan village and experience the local folk culture and way of life.
Also, we can provide professional customized Sichuan tours to Daocheng Yading if you are interested in.
Tips for Visiting Rewu Temple
Respect local customs: Dress appropriately, do not wear shorts and vests. Take off your hat when entering the Rewu Temple, and do not make loud noises.
Note for photography: You may need to pay a fee to take photos inside theĀ RewuĀ Temple, or you may not be allowed to take photos. Please ask in advance.
Etiquette for worship: You can follow the locals to turn the prayer wheel and kowtow, but you must respect the religious habits of the believers and do not disturb their prayers.
Prevention of altitude sickness: Daocheng County is at a high altitude and may cause altitude sickness. You can arrive in Chengdu cityĀ and other low-altitude areas in advance to adapt for a day or two. Also, pay attention to drinking more water, eating more vegetables and fruits, and taking medicine to prevent altitude sickness if necessary.
How to Get to Rewu Temple
By Airplane: You can first fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, then take a bus or rent a car to Daocheng County.
By Bus: There are long-distance buses from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station or Kangding Bus Station to Daocheng County.
By Self-driving: If you choose to travel to Daocheng Yading in Sichuan with a road trip, you can drive along G318 National Highway to Daocheng County.
Attractions nearby Rewu Temple
- Golden Poplar Forest: On the riverbanks around DaochengCounty, there is the world’s highest elevationĀ and largest area of artificial poplar forest. Poplar trees in late autumn turn Daocheng into a sea of yellow gold.
- Yading Nature Reserve: It is known as the “treasure on the roof of the world”. There are mountains, glaciers, lakes, meadows and other rich and diverse natural landscapes in the reserve.
