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The Yonghe Temple, also known as the Yonghe Lamasery or the Lama Temple, is a renowned temple and monastery of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism located in Beijing, China. Established in 1694, it has served various roles throughout its history, including a residence for imperial family members and an imperial palace before being converted into a lamasery. Today, it stands as a significant cultural and religious site, showcasing a harmonious blend of Han Chinese and Tibetan architectural styles, and continues to be an active place of worship and a repository of Tibetan Buddhist culture.