Chinese Imperial Palace (English Version)

Author: China Travel Press
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Publish Date: 2000-09-01
Features: The imperial palace is the residence of the emperor and is one of the most magnificent chapters in the history of ancient Chinese architecture. This book features grand and magnificent photographic images, accompanied by detailed text descriptions, allowing you to appreciate the style of ancient imperial residences. The book is divided into four chapters. The first chapter, "Before the Polishing of the Jade," outlines the historical development of Chinese imperial palaces. The second chapter, "Majestic Palaces and Imperial Mansions," describes the perfectly preserved imperial palaces and court halls. The third chapter, "Worshipping Gods and Ancestral Palaces," provides a detailed introduction to the places where emperors performed sacrifices and engaged in leisure activities. The fourth chapter, "A Place for Worshiping Gods, Ancestral Palaces, and Governance," covers the emperor's sacrificial and recreational venues in detail. The book includes 107 illustrations.