"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. |