Panoramic view of the Forbidden City's royal life

Author: Qin Guojing
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The Forbidden City: A Panoramic View of Imperial Life is the largest and best-preserved ancient imperial palace complex in China, serving as the royal palace where 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties once ruled and lived. It is also the destination for those seeking to explore the mysteries of ancient imperial life. This book allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of the grandeur of this sacred site. The Forbidden City is the largest and best-preserved ancient palace complex in China, the royal palace where 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties once ruled and lived, and the destination for those seeking to explore the mysteries of ancient imperial life. The book begins by introducing the history of the construction of the Forbidden City and its architectural features, then, based on archival records, reveals the political governance and little-known inner workings of the Ming and Qing dynasties' imperial court: how emperors conducted court sessions, how they selected empresses and concubines, as well as the daily lives, clothing, food, and customs of the emperor and empress, and the seasonal customs of the palace. With meticulous research and delicate writing, the book authentically reflects the full picture of imperial life during the Ming and Qing dynasties, presenting a grand panorama of royal life.