Starbucks Incites Controversy Over Branch Near Hangzhou’s Lingyin Temple

Starbucks Incites Controversy Over Branch Near Hangzhou’s Lingyin Temple
Oct 10, 2012 By eChinacities.com

Despite not actually being located inside Hangzhou’s Lingyin Temple grounds, the placement of a new Starbucks branch in the nearby business area has recently sparked online controversy over whether or not the famous symbol of capitalism detracts from the quiet soul-searching ambience of the nearby Buddhist sanctuary… Regardless, if you’re in the area and need a quick pick-me-up, the new branch can be found at the following location:

Getting there: take bus No. k837, y4, y4路区间 to Lingyin East Gate (灵隐东大门站)

See also: Where the Mind Rests: Guang Jue Temple Buddhist Retreat

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