Beijing 4 - Summer Palace

Beijing

頤和園 Summer Palace

 

鳥瞰后山 Serene Scenes of Rear Hill Slopes

On the axis line of the rear slopes of Longevity Hill is a group of

magnificent Buddhist buildings, a replica of the Samyai Monastery

in Tibet featuring both Tibetan and Han architectural styles.

宝雲閣 Pavilion of Precious Clouds

Also known as the Bronze Pavilion, the Pavilion of Precious Clouds

is 7.55 meters high and weighs 207 tons, with exquisite decorative

patterns on its walls. Sitting on a white marble base, the pavilion

looks extremely solemn. Lamas used to chant scriptures and pray

for emperor and empress here.