Palace of Tranquil Longevity, Imperial palace in the Forbidden City, Beijing, China.
The Palace of Tranquil Longevity contains multiple halls decorated with traditional Chinese woodwork, paintings, and golden ornaments displaying imperial craftsmanship.
Built in 1771 during the Qing Dynasty, the palace became the residence of Empress Dowager Cixi, who governed China from this location for several decades.
The palace architecture incorporates symbols of fortune through specific arrangements of decorative elements, following Chinese imperial design principles of the late 18th century.
Visitors access the palace through the main entrance of the Forbidden City, with guided tours available in multiple languages from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
The central hall features a throne room where Empress Dowager Cixi received foreign diplomats while sitting behind a yellow silk screen.
Location: Beijing
Inception: 1771
Part of: Forbidden City
GPS coordinates: 39.91887,116.39410
Latest update: May 16, 2025 12:59
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