The Conqueror, the Deity & the Prodigy

In the heart of Beijing's Xicheng District stands a marvel of history and spirituality: the Bai Ta Si, or White Dagoba Temple. This monumental Tibetan Buddhist monastery, also known as Miaoying Temple, was commissioned by the powerful Kublai Khan in 1271. The temple not only symbolizes his spiritual devotion but also the extraordinary skills of Arniko, a young Nepali architect whose legacy transcends time and borders.