Summer Palace 颐和园

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Though a bit of a trek to get to, the Summer Palace is worth the trip. Like the name implies, this is where Qing emperors went to escape the heat and humidity of central Beijing during the summer months. Exquisite gardens, symbols of imperial decadence (most infamous the marble boat commissioned by the Empress dowager Cixi) and much more await inside. For the adventurous, the west bank and back hill contain secret ruins, caves and other fun stuff for exploring.

Contributed by cityweekend

3 months ago

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