Old Summer Palace, Palace ruins in Qinglongqiao Subdistrict, China.
The Old Summer Palace stretches across 350 hectares with lakes, gardens, and remnants of structures that merge Chinese and European architectural elements.
The palace complex, constructed in 1709 under Emperor Kangxi, functioned as an imperial residence until British and French forces destroyed it in 1860.
The compound contained three main sections - Garden of Perfect Brightness, Garden of Eternal Spring, and Garden of Harmony - representing traditional Chinese landscape design.
The palace grounds open daily from sunrise to sunset, with guided tours available in multiple languages and educational exhibits explaining the historical significance.
The marble boat platform remains intact among the ruins, serving as a testament to the architectural achievements of the Qing Dynasty.
Location: Qinglongqiao Subdistrict
Address: 28 Qinghua West Road, Pequín, 100084
Website: http://yuanmingyuanpark.com
GPS coordinates: 40.00722,116.29250
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:20
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