Daci Temple (North Gate)

Step through the North Gate of Great Sage Monastery and be transported to Tang Dynasty China! This 1,300-year-old Buddhist gem houses original murals by Xuanzang (yes, the real-life 'Journey to the West' monk). Millennium-old ginkgo trees paint the courtyard gold in autumn, while nearby hipster shops sell adorable 'temple cat' merch. Pro tip: Sip monk-brewed tea on bamboo chairs, listening to wind chimes - this is Chengdu's zen mode at its finest!