Faxi TempleFaxi Temple (Shangtianzhu)
🏛️ What It Is
Faxi Temple (formerly known as Faxi Lecture Temple of Shangtianzhu) is the most effective temple in Hangzhou for seeking romantic relationships and is also the top-trending Hangzhou temple on Xiaohongshu. Built during the Tianfu era of the Later Jin dynasty in the Five Dynasties period, it has a history of over a thousand years.With its yellow walls and black tiles, a 500-year-old magnolia tree, and the vantage point at Yuantong Hall overlooking the surrounding mountains, every corner is a photographer’s paradise. The “Do Not Seek Outside” yellow wall is Hangzhou’s most popular temple photo spot. It’s a 10-minute ride by sightseeing bus from Lingyin Temple.
✨ Why Visit
If Lingyin Temple is the “main hall” of Hangzhou’s temples, then Faxi Temple is the “internet sensation.” The poetic atmosphere of its yellow walls and ancient magnolia trees, its reputation for granting wishes for romance, and the mountain views from the Yuantong Hall—these make it the favorite temple among Hangzhou’s young people. It’s very close to Lingyin Temple, so you can visit both on the same trip.
Tips for Visitors
Take the sightseeing bus from Lingyin Temple
Take the sightseeing bus from the entrance of Lingyin Temple for 10 yuan per person; it’s a 10-minute direct ride to Faxi Temple. It’s faster than taking a taxi and saves you the trouble of finding your way.
The yellow wall is on the right as you enter
The yellow wall with the inscription “Do Not Seek Outside” is the most popular photo spot. The 500-year-old magnolia tree is at its most beautiful when it blooms in March.
Buy the “Eighteen Seeds” inside the temple
The Buddhist merchandise shop is inside the temple—don’t buy anything at the entrance. As with other temples, we only recommend purchasing from official sources within the temple grounds.
Common Mistakes
❌ Head over to enjoy a vegetarian meal
I saw an old travel guide that mentioned there was delicious vegetarian food here.
Consequence: Fahui Temple stopped serving vegetarian meals in 2025—I made the trip for nothing. Eat somewhere else first, then come here.
Ticket Information
- Price
- 10 yuan (includes 3 incense sticks)
- Foreign Visitor Price
- Same price
- Student Discount
- ✅ Yes
- Booking
- ✅ No Booking Needed
Location
No. 338, Tianzhu Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou
Opening hours
Open 7:00–17:00, daily
Best Time to Visit
Go early in the morning when it’s less crowded. The most convenient way to get here is to take the sightseeing bus (10 yuan per person) from the entrance of Lingyin Temple. Vegetarian meals were discontinued in 2025, so don’t make the trip for nothing.