The difference between Jietai Temple and Tanzhe Temple

The difference between Jietai Temple and Tanzhe Temple: 1. Different historical times: Jietai Temple has a history of 1,400 years, and Tanzhe Temple has a history of 1,700 years. There is a difference of more than 300 years between the two. 2. The layout is different: Jietai Temple is surrounded by high walls, while Tanzhe Temple can be walked in on both sides. 3. Different natures: Jietai Temple has the largest ordination altar in the country, while Tanzhe Temple is the oldest temple in Beijing. 4. Different scenery: Jietai Temple is mainly famous for its pine trees, while Tanzhe Temple is famous for its water. Jietai Temple architectural layout: The temple faces east from the west, with the Shanmen Hall, the second floor of bells and drums, the Heavenly King Hall, the Main Hall, the Thousand Buddhas Pavilion (relics), the Guanyin Hall and the Jietai Hall arranged in sequence on the central axis. Among them, the Jietai is the central building. The temple is built against the mountain. The architectural pattern of the temple is unique. The main temple halls face west and east, and the central axis points directly to the city of Beijing, which is 70 kilometers away. The architectural style is basically the Liao Dynasty style. Turning north from the Qianfo Pavilion site, you first see a two-entry quadrangle. The courtyard is elegant and quiet. Since the Qing Dynasty, it has been famous for planting lilacs and peonies, especially rare varieties such as black peonies. They are the icing on the cake, so it is called the Peony Courtyard. . Prince Yi Xin of Qing Gong once lived in seclusion here for 10 years. The architectural style of Peony Courtyard is unique. It cleverly combines the traditional courtyard form of Beijing with the garden art of Jiangnan.