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Completion of the Temple Complex
- When
- 1771
- Where
- Putuo Zongcheng Temple
The Putuo Zongcheng Temple complex was completed in 1771 after construction began in 1767.
Built between 1767 and 1771, the complex covers 220,000 square metres. It was dedicated to the Qianlong Emperor to celebrate his birthday and to rival the Potala Palace in splendor.
Sources
- Putuo Zongcheng Temple Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-30
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