Palace of Earthly Honour, Imperial palace in Beijing, China
The Palace of Earthly Honor stands within the western section of the Forbidden City, featuring traditional Chinese architecture with yellow glazed roof tiles.
Built in 1417 during the Ming Dynasty Yongle period, this palace served as a residence for imperial consorts and concubines until the end of imperial rule.
The palace includes inner courtyards, ceremonial halls, and residential chambers that reflect the strict hierarchical structure of imperial China.
Visitors can access the palace through the western route of the Forbidden City complex, with entrance tickets available at the main gate.
The structure maintains its original Ming Dynasty wooden framework and contains stone carvings depicting dragons and phoenixes on its entrance steps.
Location: Beijing
Inception: 1420
Part of: Xi liu gong
GPS coordinates: 39.92077,116.39796
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:27
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