The biggest feature of this temple is Tibetan architecture. There are about 60 large and small buildings in the temple, mostly with flat-topped white walls. Dahongtai, the main building, is a dark red square building, which stands out against the surrounding white buildings. The top of the Wanfagui Hall in Dahongtai Center is covered with gold-plated bronze tiles, which alone cost 22,000 gold. It is a place where important religious ceremonies are held or the Qing emperors meet with important ethnic and tribal leaders and princes. Putuo Zongcheng Temple, with towering ancient trees and a quiet environment overlooking the gateball mountain, is a must-see place among the eight outer temples.