No. 1: Yunhui Si (Clouds Gathering Temple)

Originally built during the reign of Emperor Qianlong, the main hall had a square structure, which was named the “True Source of Fragrant Sea”. It was one of the few wooden structures to survive the fire set by the Anglo-French Allied Forces. The original bronze statue of Buddha Pilu, which existed when the Summer Palace was still the Garden of Clear Ripples, stands inside the hall.

No. 2: Hui Ting (Pavilion of Rich Foliage)

Originally built during Emperor Guangxu’s reign (1875-1908) and popularly called the “Double Pavilion”, the Pavilion of Rich Foliage in fact comprises two hexagonal pavilions. Built to facilitate sightseeing, it is also a scenic spot in its own right.

No. 3: Chongcui Ting (Pavilion of Multi-Layered Greenery)

Originally built during the reign of Emperor Qianlong, this was a hall without walls under a traditional roof. Burned down in 1860 by the Anglo-French Allied Forces, the pavilion was restored during Emperor Guangxu’s reign (1875-1908). Built to facilitate sightseeing, it is also a scenic spot in its own right.

Source: Summer Palace-China.com