This temple was built for the sixth Panchen Lama (head of Tibet) in 1780. Because on Aug. 13, 1780 was the Emperor Qianlong's seventieth birthday. In order to celebrate it, the master spent one year from Tibet to Chengde. Then Qianlong ordered to build a temple for him to rest and sermonize. The name "Xumi Fushou Temple" means blessing and longevity. It's the combination of Han and Tibet architectural styles. Also a big red platform is very noticeable. On the tops of the palaces, there are eight copper gold dragons, refined and lively. Inside a palace, Sakyamuni is oblate there. Seen from the distance, the temple exudes in impressiveness and magnificence.
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