"The views of the Mountain Resort can be
as various as those in much larger
areas". With the different
characteristics of different
nationalities, the magnificent temples
are situated on the mountains and the
plain, which encircle the Imperial
Mountain Resort. The resort and temples
add radiance and beauty to each other.
The buildings reflect the interflow and
mixing of culture and artistic styles
between Chinese nationalities. They are
also the symbol of the unity and
solidarity of multinational country
during the regin of Emperors Kongxi and
Qianlong.
Pu Ning Si (Temple of Universal Peace)
It is based on the Sameye Monastery. The
lofty and brilliant temple has a Buddha
with thousand arms and thousand eyes.
White terraces in various shapes, odd
rockeries and verdant pine trees totally
represent the beauty of gardens.
The Great Vermilion Terrace
It has not only the red and white
terraces in Tibetain style, but also the
pavilions, towers, halls and charmbers
in Han style, which makes it splendid
and magnificent. |