The Red Shells Temple, or Hongluo Si(legend has it that two spiral shells gave out red light in the evening), is located at the foot of the Hongluo Mountain, seven kilometres northwest of Huairou County.

First built in the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD), the temple is worth a visit in early summer because of the wild flowers, fresh air and religious culture.

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Yonghegong Lamasery

Yonghegong Lamasery, or Yonghe Gong, is a famous lamasery located in the northeastern part of the old city of Beijing. It was a palatial residence built in 1694 by Qing Emperor Kangxi for his fourth son, Prince Yongzheng who later succeeded to the throne. This magnificent temple consists of five main buildings lying on the north-south axis, with annex halls standing on both sides. The temple is listed by the Chinese Government as one of the important historical monuments under special preservation.

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