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Jietai Temple

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Introduction
Jietai Temple is a Buddhist temple in Mentougou District in western Beijing, China. It was constructed during the Tang dynasty, with major modifications made during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The temple is located on the mountainside of the Ma'an mountain approximately 25 kilometers from downtown Beijing. 

It was first built Kaihuang period of the Sui Dynasty (581-600) and was originally called the Huiju Temple (Wisdom Accumulation Temple). Like the older Tanzhe Temple nearby along China National Highway 108, Jietai Temple is now a tourist attraction of Beijing, takes its name from its famous Ming marble ordination altar.

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History
The temple was first built in 622AD during the Tang dynasty but most of the buildings in this temple date from the Qing dynasty (1644-1911AD).

Layout & Function
Surrounding the main hall are a number of courtyards containing rock formations and old pine and cypress trees. The temple is renown for its ancient trees that are the subject of many songs. It is said that the Chinese scholar tree known as the protector of Buddhism found on the grounds, is more than 1,000 years old. 

Other famous trees include "nine dragon tree" which has 9 branches that reach up to the sky like 9 flying dragons and the "mobile tree" which trembles even when only one branch is slightly touched. 

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Information
Admission Fee: CNY 45 (US$ 6.2); CNY 30 during April 20 to June 21.

Transportation: Take bus 931 at Pingguoyuan subway station, or tour bus 7 at Fuchengmen.

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Benoit Duployer
Reviewed on 24 September 2026

Hello,
As a french team head coach, I'd like to set up a local experience on oct 1st for my team (world class athletes + staff). We'll be racing in Mentougou, as a result Jietai temple looks like a nice option. Number 1 option would be in the morning.
I'd like the group to experience a very traditional moment : I was thinking of a Qi Gong followed by a tea cermony and maybe a nice and relaxing walk in the park.
Please be advised of the following informations :
- Our riders will be on a recovery day : we can go for a short walk but neither a long or a difficult one
- I'm looking for something really nice and quiet : it can end with a lunch if you can provide this service. I just gotta let you know that we have to be very careful with the antidoping rules : are you able to say if food is certified or not ?

Looking forward to set this up, really excited with this coming up.
Regards,
Benoit

Replied:27 October 2026

Hi Benoit, Jietai Temple makes a calm half-day for a group your size and it's not far from Mentougou. For 25 people I'd suggest we line up timing and transport around your race schedule. I've emailed you to sort the details.

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