Yuanjin Temple

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Yuanjin Temple, also known as the Temple of Goddess, is a Buddhist temple in Zhujiajiao town, Qingpu District, Shanghai, China. It houses a statue of Guanyin (Goddess of Mercy) and is built in traditional Chinese architectural style.

The temple was first established in 1341 during the Yuan dynasty. It was rebuilt in the Ming dynasty (1573–1620) and enlarged during the Qing dynasty. In 1658, Abbot Tongzheng oversaw a major restoration that added Yifeng Hall, Caoxi Humble Cottage, Xigong Hall, and the Qinghua Pavilion, with the Qinghua Pavilion becoming the most prestigious building.

In the early Qing period, the temple became a gathering place for literati, painters, calligraphers, and poets, contributing to its rich cultural heritage. A modern renovation was completed in 1991, and the temple reopened to the public in 1995. On November 6, 2018, Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev visited Yuanjin Temple.