Po Lin Monastery
Monument · Lantau, Hong Kong

Po Lin Monastery

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Po Lin Monastery is a Buddhist complex founded in 1906. The Tian Tan Buddha statue stands 34 meters tall above the site. Temple halls and gardens are open to visitors.

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Good to know

Tickets
Admission is free.
Time needed
Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Weekdays to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Ngong Ping cable car from Tung Chung or bus from Mui Wo.

Itineraries with Po Lin Monastery

Day 7 of Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong in 7 Days

Lantau

How Po Lin Monastery fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Tian Tan BuddhaHong Kong
  2. 11:00Po Lin MonasteryHong Kong
  3. 18:00Ladies' MarketHong Kong
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Po Lin Monastery questions

How do I get to Po Lin Monastery?

Take the Ngong Ping 360 cable car from Tung Chung, bus 23 from Tung Chung or bus 2 from Mui Wo.

Is Po Lin Monastery free to enter?

Yes. Entry is free though donations are accepted.

When is the best time to visit Po Lin Monastery?

Early morning on a weekday reduces crowds.

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