Outside the Ten Directions Hall of Zixiao Palace

Ascend to the third step of the Zixiao Palace and reach the second hall - the Worship Hall. The Worship Hall, also known as the Ten Directions Hall, was built in the tenth year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty. It has a width of three bays and a depth of two bays. It is of brick and wood structure with a raised beam wooden framework. On both sides of the hall, there are eight-shaped walls decorated with patterns of jade flowers and rare birds. Below the walls are glazed Sumeru pedestals. Standing in front of the Ten Directions Hall, the Imperial Stele Pavilion, the Dragon and Tiger Hall, the Treasure Peak, and the Sword Bestowing Platform are all within sight. Ancient cypresses, footpaths, flowing water, and green mountains form a pleasing picture. The grandeur and subtleties of the royal architecture will spontaneously evoke a sense of piety in one's heart. When Xu Xiake came here, he was deeply impressed by the "high platform and outstanding hall", feeling its grandeur and uniqueness. He couldn't help but "enter the hall to pay his respects" and wrote his unique feelings in "Xu Xiake's Travel Notes".