Fahai Temple
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Fahai Temple (Chinese: 法海寺; Pinyin: Fǎhǎi Sì) is located at the foot of Cuiwei Mountain, which is at two kilometers to the north-east of Moshikou, Shijingshan District, Beijing City, China.
Contents |
[edit] History
Fahai Temple started to be built in 4th year of Emperor Zhengtong of the Ming Dynasty (1439 A.D.)and was completed in 8th year of Zhengtong (1443).
[edit] Frescoes
The most distinguishing part of Fahai Temple is the Ming Dynasty frescoes. The total area of the frescoes is 236.7 square meters. Comparing with other famous frescoes in China, such as the Yongle Palace frescoes and the Dunhuang frescoes, Fahai Temple frescoes are at an even higher level in the depiction of figures, subtlety of patterns and the craft methods.
Additionally, these frescoes are extremely well-preserved, looking as complete as new. So the production and preservation method of Fahai Temple frescoes are at very high level.
[edit] Cultural Relics
- Bronze Bell
