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A Masterpiece of Classical Chinese Garden Design-The Summer Palace

#discoverchina The Summer Palace (颐和园), located in Beijing, China, is the largest and best-preserved imperial garden in China. Originally built in 1750 during the Qing Dynasty, it served as a royal retreat where emperors and their families escaped the summer heat. Covering an area four times the size of the Forbidden City, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 📍Address: No. 19, Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District, Beijing. 🚇 Subway: Take Beijing Metro Line 4 to Beigongmen Station (北宫门站), then walk to the entrance. ✅ Wear comfortable shoes as the park is vast. ✅ Visit at sunset for breathtaking views over the lake. The Summer Palace is a must-visit attraction in Beijing, showcasing imperial luxury, stunning natural scenery, and Chinese garden artistry.
Posted: Mar 22, 2025
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