Jane Yeo Tours

Beijing Guide
Summer Palace Beijing
From the Marble boat search out the wonders that is the Summer Palace

Summer Palace is a place of tranquility in your China Tour. The Summer Palace is the most beautiful place in Beijing, and was built during Emperor Qianlong's reign. This emperor wanted to celebrate his mother's 60th birthday, so he built the Summer Palace in her honour.

It is made up of a lake and a hill, and is divided into a political area, living quarters of the imperial family, and a sightseeing area. Almost all palaces were built along the large lake. You can enjoy a boat tour to appreciate the tower on the hill, and then walk along the painting corridor to add to your pleasure. There, you will find about 14,000 different paintings!

When you visit the palace of the emperor, the queen's and the concubines', you will be able to learn how the concubines were selected, the rites between the queen and concubines, and also the celebration of Mother Queen Ci'xi. This tour is a high point in the study of Beijing culture and ancient imperial rites.

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