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National Museum of China
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"The National Museum of China, a treasure of Chinese culture, is not only the world's largest single building museum, but also a witness to history. Opening hours: 9:00 to 17:00, 16:00 stop admission, 16:30 start clearing. Note that the museum is closed on Mondays (except for statutory holidays). Free appointments for visits, ticketing time is 17:00, 7 days in advance reservation. Don't forget, minors under the age of 14 need to be reserved by adults and checked in simultaneously. Ancient China Exhibition: Walk on the basement floor, you will see from the ancient human face fish-print pottery pot, jade dragon, jade, bone flute, to Xia Shangxi Zhou's stepmother, Dafangding, Jizi white bronze plate, four sheep bronze square, Samsung Dui bronze mask, Then to the princes of the spring and autumn warring countries, the bronze bronze ding, the bronze ice record, the bronze bell, and the golden jade scorpion in the Qin and Han periods, the painted eel bronze scorpion lamp, the wrong gold and silver cloud-printed bronze rhino Zun, the scorpion stone Jingshen stone, the gold imprint of the king of the scorpion. Each exhibit carries a rich historical story. Standing Oriental Exhibition Area: It displays important historical relics such as the five-star red flag, national emblem and national book when New China was founded, and is a great place to review the history of New China. The golden jade scorpion, painted eel bronze ingot lamp, mismatched gold and silver cloud-printed bronze rhino Zun, the scorpion stone Jingshen stone, the gold imprint of the king of the scorpion. Each exhibit carries a rich historical story. Some of the exhibits: from the Cizhou Kiln of Liao Songxia Jinyuan, the white and black flower baby drama can, the platinum deer-printed silver chicken crown pot, to the Jinyiwei wooden print in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the Jiugong Chang with the tooth card, the bronze fire, the queen of Xiaoduan Fengguan, and then to Zhenghe cast copper clock, patrol Taiyang map, etc. Each piece shows the cultural characteristics of different periods. Come to the National Museum of China and let you go out of the books!"
The Summer Palace
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"The Summer Palace is an impressive royal garden. First of all, the scenery of the Summer Palace is very beautiful. Kunming Lake occupies a large area of the garden, the lake is clear and transparent, sparkling, giving people a sense of tranquility and distance. Wanshou Mountain stands on the north side of the lake, the ancient trees on the mountain are towering and lush, which is in stark contrast to the lake. From the distance of the mountain, the beautiful scenery of the entire Summer Palace is intoxicating. Secondly, the layout of the Summer Palace is harmonious and creative. The space between Kunming Lake and Wanshou Mountain was cleverly used to form landscapes with landscapes. The architectural elements such as promenades, ancient bridges, pavilions and pavilions were cleverly integrated into them, which both served as embellishment and added artistic beauty to the garden. Especially the 17-hole bridge, which spans the lake, connects the South Lake Island and the corridors such as pavilions, and the 17-hole holes on the bridge are interesting to the reflection of the lake, forming a beautiful picture. Moreover, the architecture of the Summer Palace is exquisite. As a landmark in the garden, the Foxiang Pavilion is towering and magnificent. Its unique architectural style, combining Chinese and Tibetan elements, shows the superb skills of ancient craftsmen. In addition, the paintings on the promenade are breathtaking, each painting is profound and story-like. Finally, the Summer Palace also carries a rich history and culture. As a summer resort and blessing place for the Qing Dynasty royal family, the Summer Palace has witnessed countless historical events. During the tour, you can feel the heavy historical precipitation and cultural heritage. In summary, the Summer Palace is a royal garden integrating natural beauty, architectural art, history and culture, whether it is for tourists who like natural landscapes, or for tourists who love history and culture, it is a rare and good place."
The Temple of Heaven Park
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"Temple of Heaven Park, Beijing, China, is a royal building complex with a long history, attracting tourists from all over the world with its unique architectural aesthetics and profound cultural heritage. 🌆 🔸【History and Architecture】 The Temple of Heaven was built in the 18th year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1420), and after many repairs and expansions, it finally became what it is today. The buildings here are most famous for the typical circular Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and the Imperial Vault of Heaven, which embody the essence of ancient Chinese architectural art. 🔸【Cultural Experience】 The Temple of Heaven is not only a tourist attraction, but also a good place to experience Chinese traditional culture. Every year during traditional festivals such as the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival, grand temple fairs are held here, where people can taste traditional snacks, watch various folk performances, and feel the strong festive atmosphere. 🔸【Natural Landscape】 The park is shaded by green trees and towering ancient trees, especially the ancient cypresses around the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, which have witnessed hundreds of years of historical changes. In addition, the garden design of the Temple of Heaven is also full of ingenuity, with winding paths leading to secluded places and pleasant scenery. 🔸【Modern Fusion】 While maintaining its historical features, the Temple of Heaven Park also combines modern elements, adding museums and popular science exhibitions, so that visitors can learn more about the Temple of Heaven and China while visiting history. 🔸【Tips】 Best time to visit: Spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasant and suitable for outdoor walking. Transportation: Take Metro Line 5 to Tiantan East Gate Station or Tiantan South Gate Station, which is very convenient. 📸Photography suggestions: Early morning or evening, when the light is soft, is the best time to photograph the Temple of Heaven. Remember to bring a wide-angle lens to capture the grandeur and magnificence of the Temple of Heaven. The Temple of Heaven is not only a park, but also a living history book. Every visit brings new discoveries and insights. Come here and feel the unique charm of Chinese culture! 🌿✨"
Yuanmingyuan Park
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"Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park, also known as Yuanmingyuan Scenic Area, is a tourist attraction located in Haidian District, Beijing. The scenic area is located north of Zhongguancun Street and west of Tsinghua University. Baiyi Road and Tsinghua West Road can directly reach the scenic area. The scenic area is a theme park built on the ruins of Yuanmingyuan. It is a famous cultural relic and tourist attraction in the suburbs of Beijing. It was opened to the public in June 1988. Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park consists of three gardens: Yuanmingyuan, Changchun Garden, and Qichun Garden. The total area of ​​the ruins is about 352 hectares. Yuanmingyuan was built in the 46th year of Emperor Kangxi (1707). It is a large royal palace created and operated by six emperors of the Qing Dynasty, Kangxi, Yongzheng, Qianlong, Jiaqing, Daoguang, and Xianfeng, for more than 150 years. It is the imperial garden where the Qing emperors held court and had fun all year round. In its heyday, the Old Summer Palace was "a model of all garden art". It has both the grandeur of the northern royal gardens and the tranquility and elegance of the private gardens in the south of the Yangtze River. It not only embodies the aesthetic realm of Chinese gardens, but also integrates the artistic style of Western gardens. It is known as the "Garden of Ten Thousand Gardens". In 2000 and 2001, the State Administration of Cultural Heritage and the Beijing Municipal People's Government respectively formally approved the "Old Summer Palace Ruins Park Plan" as an important basis for the protection and utilization of the Old Summer Palace ruins. On January 7, 2020, the Old Summer Palace Scenic Area in Haidian District, Beijing was confirmed as a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China. It became the second national 5A-level tourist attraction in Haidian District and the ninth in Beijing."