Xiyang Lou, European-style palace ruins in Yuanmingyuan, China
The Xiyang Lou complex spans 7 hectares within the Old Summer Palace grounds, featuring stone structures that combine Italian Baroque and Chinese architectural elements.
Emperor Qianlong commissioned Italian Jesuit Giuseppe Castiglione to design this European-influenced palace complex, which was completed between 1747 and 1760.
The palace incorporated European water features, including bronze animal-shaped spouts and the Water Clock fountain surrounded by twelve human figure water spouts.
The archaeological site maintains preservation efforts of discovered ceramic tiles and architectural elements, with guided tours available throughout the extensive grounds.
The Huanghuazhen section contains an 89-meter by 59-meter maze with high stone walls leading to a circular pavilion at its center.
Location: Beijing
Part of: Old Summer Palace
GPS coordinates: 40.01202,116.30665
Latest update: March 25, 2025 11:56
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