In the shadow of the iconic White Dagoba in Beijing's historical Miaoying Temple neighborhood, residents and tourists enjoy a casual day in one of the alleyways in May 2024. DENG WEI/FOR CHINA ...

The Miaoying Monastery is situated on the north ... In 1279, the monastery was renovated and renamed the Temple of the Emperor' s Longevity and Peace (Dasheng Shou' ansi), but was destroyed ...