Monday, November 23, 2009

Lama Temple, Gong Wang Fu & Beihai Park

Yong He Gong(Lama Temple) was built in 1694 as the residential palace of Prince Yin Zhen. In 1723, when the prince became the Emperor Yong Zheng and moved into the Forbidden City, the building was retiled in imperial yellow and converted to a temple.

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The Prince Gong's Mansion Garden used to be the private residence of He Kun, a famous scholar in the reign of Emperor Qiang Long (1736-1796). It is distinct by its three rows of buildings. Main buildings cover 20 different types including Bat Hall, Moon-inviting Platform, Goodwill Hall, Study Room, Theatrical House, Refreshing Pavilions, Gaily-painted Pleasure Boat, etc. The distinctive halls, platforms, houses and pavilions, together with waters and plants have created a delicate and elegant scenery.
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Another winter palace for emperors for successive dynasties called Beihai Park. The lake is Beijing's largest and most beautiful public waterway.
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