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This book is a sub-volume of "General View of Beijing". Three Mountains and Five Gardens is the general name for the royal palaces and gardens in the western suburbs of Beijing. Because it has exclusive access to the source of water veins, it has always been regarded as an excellent place to have good access to water. Scholars have different opinions on the appellation of "Three Mountains and Five Gardens". The authoritative view of "Three Mountains" in "Three Mountains and Five Gardens" refers to Xiangshan Mountain, Yuquan Mountain and Wanshou Mountain. There are many interpretations and interpretations of the term "Five Gardens". The more authoritative ones are Xiangshan Jingyi Garden, Yuquan Mountain Jingming Garden, Wanshou Mountain Qingyi Garden, plus Old Summer Palace and Changchun Garden, collectively known as "Three Mountains and Five Gardens". This book has beautiful and elegant text and solid historical materials, and can be used as a reference for readers.

This book is a sub-volume of "General View of Beijing". "Style Lei" is the reputation given to the Lei family who presided over the royal architectural design for more than 200 years in the Qing Dynasty. In the history of China, it is unique that the Xiang Lei family has produced masters of architecture for seven consecutive generations, with such high attainments and brilliant achievements. The family of palace architects of the Qing Dynasty in China: Lei Fafa, Lei Jinyu, Lei Jiaxi, Lei Jiawei, Lei Jiarui, Lei Siqi, Lei Tingchang, etc. This book provides an overview of the development and achievements of the Shinglei family.