The pagoda itself functions as a temple, making it a “vertical monastery” — or, as its name suggests, “The Palace of Buddha.” ...

All five are Lamaist style. Eight iron chains fasten the top to the roof of the pagoda, stabilizing the steeple. Because the sides of the pagoda all incline inward, with the top of the pagoda ...

The pagoda’s roof is a spacious platform surrounded by 1.2-metre-high brick balustrades. People can go to the top to enjoy the view.