Guangqumen, Historical city gate in Dongcheng District, Beijing, China.
The Guangqumen gate features three large gateways with stone fences surrounding the courtyard and decorative lion statues positioned on both sides.
During the Ming Dynasty, the gate marked the southern entrance to the Imperial City and maintained this function through the Qing Dynasty until 1912.
The Guangqumen gate represents traditional Chinese architectural principles, with its design emphasizing the formal entrance protocol for different ranks of imperial officials.
The location now connects to modern Beijing through subway Line 7 at Guangqumen Outer Station and multiple bus routes serving the surrounding commercial district.
The gate area transformed from a Ming Dynasty marketplace known as Chessgrid Streets into a grand ceremonial entrance to the Imperial City.
GPS coordinates: 39.89223,116.43770
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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