“An 18th-century Qing Dynasty summer retreat containing the world largest imperial garden and a series of Tibetan-style temples; the Puning Temple houses a 22-metre wooden Avalokitesvara; explore the palace area in late autumn; the yellow ginkgo leaves contrast with the grey stone walls while the light catches the hand-carved copper details; the atmosphere is one of vast; northern imperial solitude.”
About Mountain Resort and its Outlying Temples
An 18th-century Qing Dynasty summer retreat containing the world largest imperial garden and a series of Tibetan-style temples; the Puning Temple houses a 22-metre wooden Avalokitesvara; explore the palace area in late autumn; the yellow ginkgo leaves contrast with the grey stone walls while the light catches the hand-carved copper details; the atmosphere is one of vast; northern imperial solitude.
Why Visit
Mountain Resort and its Outlying Temples is one of China's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for Mountain Resort and its Outlying Temples in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
