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Prince Gong Mansion

Museum4.4 · 1 0684.1 · 110≈ 2 hEntry: ~40 CNY

Prince Gong Mansion (Gongwangfu), near Beijing's Shichahai lakes, is the best-preserved Qing dynasty princely residence in China. Originally built in 1777 for the official Heshen, it became the estate of Prince Gong in 1851. Covering 60,000 square metres, the property features grand siheyuan courtyards, an exquisite classical garden with rockeries and pavilions, and the sacred 'Fu' stele inscribed by Emperor Kangxi.

Highlights

  • Beijing's largest and best-preserved Qing dynasty princely mansion
  • Sacred 'Fu' (good fortune) stele calligraphed by Emperor Kangxi
  • Traditional two-storey indoor Peking Opera theatre
  • Exquisite classical imperial garden with rockeries, ponds, and pavilions

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