Wenshu Monastery
Qingyang, China
Wenshu Monastery offers a quieter encounter with Chengdu, with Buddhist halls, gardens and a substantial collection of religious art. It remains a place of worship, so move respectfully around people praying and follow any photography restrictions. The surrounding neighbourhood makes it easy to turn the visit into a gentle morning rather than a tightly timed stop. Leave room to sit over tea and notice the smaller details of the courtyards and architecture.