Catch the last of Beijing's autumn with the royal Beijing-style courtyard~ Prince Gong's Mansion

When exploring royal Beijing-style courtyards, don’t just focus on the Forbidden City. Prince Gong's Mansion is also a unique hidden treasure worth visiting~ As the most well-preserved and the only open Qing Dynasty princely mansion in Beijing, it was once home to the notorious corrupt official Heshen and Prince Gong Yixin. It is said that "One Prince Gong's Mansion equals half of Qing Dynasty history." With historical anecdotes, a detailed visit here can easily fill a whole day. Great for photos~ The wisteria-covered grand theater, the white marble Western-style gate, and the super long rear tower—every snap is a perfect ancient-style shot! Great for cultural creativity~ Prince Gong's Mansion’s “Gong·Fashion” series of cultural products turn wisteria and begonia patterns into trendy items that culture lovers can’t put down. Great for blessings~ Touch the Kangxi Emperor’s calligraphy “Fu Character Stele,” and bring home blessings of “more fields, more children, more talent, and more longevity.” Prince Gong's Mansion