The Emperor's Cool Retreat: Chengde's Outer Temples

Wei Chen explores the Eight Outer Temples of Chengde, from the Little Potala to the Big Buddha Temple, considering how the Qing court used architecture for diplomacy. He reflects on the Macartney mission, enjoys local lamb soup, and notes the practicalities of visiting these UNESCO sites in summer. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to China: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full China guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 11 of China Travel Podcast with Wei Chen. Wei Chen is in Chengde, China. Places in this episode: Chengde Mountain Resort, Putuo Zongcheng Temple, Puning Temple, Xumi Fushou Temple, Erxianju Night Market, FULL House Coffee Bar, Chengde Hotel, Lizheng Gate. Covered: Outer Eight Temples, Qing diplomacy, Macartney mission, Temple architecture, Local food costs. Chapters:00:00 Lizheng Gate01:14 Temple interior with prayer wheels02:36 Puning Temple03:57 Erxianju Night Market05:15 Xumi Fushou Temple06:58 Chengde Hotel08:18 Quiet hotel room at night A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Chengde #ChengdeTravel #ChinaTravel #Hebei #OuterTemples #PutuoZongcheng #PuningTemple #XumiFushou #MountainResort #BishuShanzhuang #ImperialHistory #QingDynasty #TravelChina #SummerPalace #UNESCO #ChineseArchitecture #MacartneyMission #NightMarket #LambSoup https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/china/