Introduction, Travel Guide, and Tips for Xishuangbanna Grand Buddhist Temple:

Introduction • Historical Origins: The Grand Buddhist Temple, called "Waba Jie" in the Dai language, was reportedly built in the mid-7th century by two Theravada Buddhist monks from Myanmar. It has been rebuilt five times, with construction starting in 1989 and completing in 2012. • Status: It is the center of worship for Buddhist followers in Xishuangbanna and the highest-ranking Buddhist temple in the region. For Theravada Buddhist followers, it is a pilgrimage site comparable to the Potala Palace in Tibetan Buddhism. • Architectural Style: The temple combines Dai and Southeast Asian Buddhist architectural features, with magnificent buildings, exquisitely carved beams and pillars, and rich, splendid golden decorations. Travel Guide • Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30. • Transportation: Take Jinghong Bus Route 7 or Route 3 to Manting Village Station and walk from there; or take a taxi from Gaozhuang, which takes about 20 minutes and costs 10-15 yuan. • Visiting Route: You can enter the Grand Buddhist Temple through Manting Park. First admire the architecture from outside, then visit the Buddha Hall "Wihan," the Buddhist Academy teaching building, the "Bosu," and the monks' quarters "Hongnuan." Tips to Avoid Problems • Dress Code: Do not wear revealing clothes. Shoulders, midriff, and back must be covered. Skirts and pants must be below the knee. • Photography: Commercial Trip Moments and wedding photography are prohibited. Photography of Buddha statues inside the main hall is not allowed. Ensure you are properly dressed when taking photos. • Behavior: Do not speak loudly or play around, and do not point at Buddha statues. • Tickets: No additional ticket is required to enter the Grand Buddhist Temple from Manting Park. Remember to keep your Manting Park ticket safe.