🔥 Shenyang Imperial Palace: A Manchu royal miracle that transcends time and space 🔥

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 The Shenyang Palace, located in the center of Shenyang, is a royal palace complex from the early Qing Dynasty. It integrates the architectural essence of Manchu, Han, Mongolian and Tibetan ethnic groups and was listed as a World Cultural Heritage in 1987. This palace complex, covering an area of ​​60,000 square meters, displays the essence of Manchu culture with its unique layout of "high palaces and low halls", forming a sharp contrast with the Forbidden City in Beijing. 📅 Itinerary suggestions • Opening hours: April-October 8:30-17:00 (last sale at 16:15), November-March 9:00-16:30 (last sale at 15:45), closed on Mondays. • Tickets: 50 yuan for adults, half price for students/children, 18 yuan for seniors aged 60-69, free for those over 70 and military personnel. It is recommended to make an appointment in advance on the official WeChat account. • Transportation: Metro Line 1 Zhongjie Station or Huaiyuanmen Station, then walk for 10 minutes; Bus No. 117, 132, or 228 to Forbidden City Station. 🏛️ Must-see highlights 1. Daijoden and Juou-tei The Da Zheng Hall, with its yurt-style dome and plaques in Manchu and Mongolian, was the place where Emperor Shunzhi ascended the throne. The Ten Kings Pavilion next to it is arranged in the shape of an eight, showcasing the Eight Banners system. 2. Chongzheng Hall and Phoenix Tower Chongzheng Hall was where Huang Taiji handled government affairs. The plaque "Zhengda Guangming" in the hall is the origin of it. Climbing to the top of Phoenix Tower, you can overlook the panoramic view of Shenyang. A plaque "Purple Air Coming from the East" written by Emperor Qianlong hangs on the top floor. 3. Qingning Palace and the Secrets of the Harem The bedroom of Huang Taiji and the empress retains the Manchu Wanzi Kang (sweet bed) and displays details of royal life. 4. Wensui Pavilion and the Complete Library in Four Branches of Literature The library was added during the Qianlong period. It has unique green glazed tiles and brick carvings of sea and flowing clouds. The original books are now in Gansu. 📸 Photography Tips • Panoramic composition: Daijoden Square is suitable for wide-angle lenses to capture the contrast between the dome and the red brick walls. • Night scene atmosphere: Phoenix Tower is golden and brilliant in the afterglow of the setting sun, and it looks even more dreamy during the light show. 🍲Nearby food • Zhang’s steamed buns, a time-honored brand: multi-grain buns with thin skin and rich fillings. • Ma’s Shaomai: thin skin and juicy, best paired with mutton soup. • Forbidden City Snack Street: Tanghulu, Laobian dumplings and other Northeast snacks are gathered. 🧣 Friendly reminder • Warm equipment: In winter, you need to wear thick down jackets, snow boots, and prepare a hot pack. • Civilized visit: Taking photos is prohibited in the precious cultural relics area, please abide by the regulations. From Nurhaci's tent-like office to Qianlong's poetic study, every brick and tile of the Shenyang Imperial Palace tells the glory and vicissitudes of the Manchu Empire. Walking into this "Oriental Fairy Tale Palace" is like opening a living history book.