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About White Horse Temple
The present visit follows a sequence of courtyards and halls, ending at Qingliang Terrace, rather than surviving entirely Han-period buildings. Stone horses outside the gate recall the founding story, although the sculptures themselves came from a later tomb. International Buddhist halls add Indian, Thai and Burmese architectural forms beside the Chinese monastic setting.
What to look for
- The stone horses and the main sequence of halls leading toward Qingliang Terrace.
- The international Buddhist halls, which contrast different Asian religious architectural traditions.
The surrounding area
A city base for Longmen, soup breakfasts, old-city food streets and contemporary hanfu visitor districts.
Location & getting there
Getting to White Horse Temple
Travel to 6 Luobai Road in the Baima Temple area east of central Luoyang. Specify White Horse Temple rather than an old-town temple; arrange the outward and return surface journey as a distinct excursion.
Combine your visit
A suggested sequence linking the specific features of this visit.
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Stone horses and main halls
Begin with the temple’s founding symbolism and Chinese monastic layout.
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Qingliang Terrace
Continue to the raised rear part associated with the translation tradition.
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International Buddhist halls
Compare the later Indian, Thai and Burmese interpretations of temple architecture.
This order is editorial. Confirm access and any transfers between stops; it does not establish a walking route, same-day connection or common admission ticket.
Find White Horse Temple
白马寺 · 洛阳市
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View guide →Sources & visit information
The sources below support the place-specific description and arrival information. Suggested combinations are editorial planning ideas; confirm current opening, entry arrangements and transport services for your date.
Visitor information adapted and edited from Wikivoyage contributors, listing “Baima Temple” · CC BY-SA 4.0.
Visitor information adapted and edited from Wikipedia contributors, “白马寺” · CC BY-SA 4.0. Source revision 92235774.