Introduction to Guo Ruting: Guo Ruting is located on the east embankment south of the newly built palace gate of the Summer Palace, at the east end of the Seventeen-hole Bridge. It was built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty and is commonly known as the Bafang Pavilion. The pavilion is huge, covering an area of ​​more than 140 square meters. It has three inner and outer circles, 24 columns and 16 square columns. The top of the pavilion adopts the form of double eaves and spires. The shape is relaxed and steady. At that time, the Summer Palace did not have an east wall, and the north of the pavilion was The lake is surrounded by rice fields to the south of the pavilion. From the pavilion, you can see the endless horizon, which is why Guo Ruting got its name. This pavilion is the largest of all pavilions in Beijing and the largest existing building in China.

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