Fine Mapping of the Tower of Buddhist Incense at Beijing Summer Palace

In collaboration with the Summer Palace Administration of Beijing, the HIST research team undertook the project “Compass Program of the National Cultural Heritage Administration - Fine Surveying and Mapping of Chinese Ancient Architecture.” Using the Tower of Buddhist Incense at the Beijing Summer Palace as a demonstration site, the team integrated terrestrial laser scanning, close-range photogrammetry, 3D reconstruction of ancient architecture, and 3D Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies to carry out high-precision surveying and data analysis. A comprehensive 3D information management system for complex ancient architecture was developed, meticulously documenting the current conditions and historical information of the structure. This work provides a systematic digital solution for the scientific management, conservation, and sustainable development of China’s complex ancient buildings.

3D Laser Scanning Point Cloud Data of the Tower of Buddhist Incense

Design Drawings of the Tower of Buddhist Incense Produced Using LiDAR Technology

Precision Survey and Mapping of the Foxiang Pavilion in the Summer Palace

On-Site Work Photographs