Prince Kung's Palace Museum(Prince Gongfu)

1️⃣Basic Information ✅Opening Hours: Opens at 8:30, last entry at 16:10, closes at 17:00. Closed on Mondays (except public holidays). ✅Admission: CNY 40/person, book 10 days in advance through Prince Gong's Mansion Museum WeChat Official Account. ✅Discounts: Free admission for children aged 6 and under or under 1.2m, retired senior officials, and people with disabilities. Half-price for minors aged 7-18, undergraduate students and below, seniors aged 60 and above, and active military personnel. 2️⃣Transportation Guide 🚇Subway: Exit B Northeast of Beihai North Station on Line 6, walk 200m along Sanzuoqiao Hutong or 300m along Longtoujing Street. 🚌Bus: Take Bus 3, 4, 13, etc. to Beihai North Gate Station, but traffic jams are common. 3️⃣Attraction Highlights ✅Mansion: Yin'an Hall is the main hall, rebuilt after fire damage; Jiale Hall is for worship; Duofu Pavilion for receiving guests; Ledao Hall was Prince Gong's living quarters; Baoguang Room displays mansion history; Xijin Study features exquisite nanmu wood partitions, one reason for Heshen's death sentence for overstepping authority; Back Building is 156m long with "99.5 rooms." ✅Garden (Cuijin Garden): Western-style Gate is the main garden entrance, modeled after Summer Palace's Western Buildings, one of the "Three Wonders"; Bat Pool shaped like a bat symbolizing fortune; Secret Cloud Cave houses Emperor Kangxi's "Fu" (fortune) inscription; Grand Theater is fully enclosed wooden structure with perfect acoustics without sound system, another of the "Three Wonders"; Yaoyue Platform is garden's highest point; Square Pond Pavilion offers beautiful lake views with lotus flowers🪷 blooming in summer. 4️⃣Tour Routes ✅1-hour tour: Palace Gate→Yin'an Hall→Jiale Hall→Xijin Study→Back Building→Western-style Gate→Bat Pool→Secret Cloud Cave (Fu Inscription)→Chenhuai Xiesui→Lake Pavilion→Qiushui Mountain House→Yu Pass. ✅2-hour tour: Palace Gate→Yin'an Hall→Duofu Pavilion→Baoguang Room→Xijin Study→Back Building→Western-style Gate→Bat Pool→Liubei Pavilion→Theater→Bat Hall→Yaoyue Platform→Fu Inscription→Chenhuai Xiesui→Lake Pavilion→Yu Pass→Qiushui Mountain House→Dragon King Temple. ✅3-hour tour: Palace Gate→Qu Garden→Duofu Pavilion→Ledao Hall→Yin'an Hall→Jiale Hall→Baoguang Room→Xijin Study→Back Building→Western-style Gate→Bat Pool→Liubei Pavilion→Chuihua Gate→Theater Corridor→Bat Hall→Promotion and Fortune Path→Yaoyue Platform→Dicui Rock→Fu Inscription→Chenhuai Xiesui→Lake Pavilion→Poetry and Painting Boat→Qiushui Mountain House→Yu Pass→Dragon King Temple. 5️⃣Practical Information ✅Entrances/Exits: Enter through Gate 1, exit through Gate 2, both on Qianhai West Street. ✅Security Check: Admission with ID card🪪, dangerous⚠️ items prohibited. ✅Facilities: Visitor Service Center inside Gate 1 on east side offers various services, including senior care service window; baby care room🚼 and third toilet on east side of square. ✅Guide Services: Tour guides and audio guides available at both sides of Gate 1, audio guide rental counter at Gate 2, can also join tour groups (free🆓 guided tours at 10:00/14:00 daily).

🌈Attraction Features: Prince Gong's Mansion, located at No. 17, Qianhai West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, is a historic site with rich historical and cultural heritage, known as "half of the history of the Qing Dynasty in Prince Gong's Mansion". 🕰️Opening Hours: 8:30-17:00, ticket sales and admission stop at 16:00 and 16:10, closed on Mondays (except public holidays). 💰Ticket Price: CNY 40/person, advance booking required on various platforms. 👣Prince Gong's Mansion is divided into two parts: the mansion and the garden: 🌸Yin'an Hall: The main building of the mansion, used for major ceremonies and festivals. 🌸Jiale Hall: A place of worship for ancestors and gods. 🌸Baoguang Room: A living room for receiving VIPs, displaying the history of Prince Gong's Mansion. 🌸Xijin Studio: A luxurious residence with luxurious interior decoration. 🌸Houzhaolou: He Shen's treasure house, known as "99 and a half rooms" for its architectural features. 🌸Western Gate: A white marble archway with Western architectural style. 🌸Grand Theater: A fully enclosed ancient theater with exquisite design. 🌸Fu Character Stele: Carved by Emperor Kangxi, implying many sons and blessings. 🌸Dule Peak: A unique large stone, symbolizing pride and integrity. 🌸Bat Pond: Shaped like a bat, implying blessings. 🌸Dripping Green Rock and Moon-inviting Terrace: Good places for moon viewing.

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Prince Gong's Mansion Museum As usual, let's highlight the key point first: Heshen is the true financial genius. In the tranquil depths by Beijing's Shichahai, stands a magnificent princely mansion—Prince Gong's Mansion. It is not only the pinnacle of Qing dynasty princely architecture but also like a three-dimensional history book, silently telling the legend of immense power and secrets of wealth rivaling a nation. It is said, "One Prince Gong's Mansion is half of Qing dynasty history." After visiting, you realize this is not just a mansion, but essentially Heshen's "money power" showcase. 1. Three parallel routes with five successive courtyards: The central, east, and west routes stand side by side, with five courtyards progressing step by step. Walking inside feels like exploring a maze, easily imagining the bustling scene of countless servants in the past. Don’t forget to walk along the central route’s water dragon vein. 2. When Emperor Jiaqing confiscated Heshen’s property, its value was equivalent to more than ten years of the Qing government’s fiscal revenue. According to historians’ research, about two-thirds of this wealth was not directly from corruption but from his vast and shrewd commercial operations. His business empire was outrageously large, with shares in Guangdong’s Thirteen Factories and the East India Company; pawnshops, banks, grain stores, and carriage services were spread nationwide. 3. Because of this, Heshen needed a large workforce for freight transport. The former residence of Guo Moruo next to Prince Gong's Mansion was, over 200 years ago, Heshen’s family stable, the "logistics center" of his vast commercial empire’s supply chain. This is a little-known yet strikingly contrasting historical detail. 4. Even more astonishing is Heshen’s political acumen. With extraordinary talent and insight, he reached the highest official rank at age 26, joining the empire’s top decision-making circle. Power provided convenience and protection for his business operations, while his commercial success in turn consolidated and nourished his power. This is far beyond simple "corruption"; his combination of political strategy and business wisdom represents an ancient peak of "financial intelligence." 5. Also well known is the Golden Phoebe wood main hall—the Jiale Hall. In the Qing dynasty, Golden Phoebe wood was a top-tier royal exclusive building material. Heshen used an excessive amount of this material in his own residence, best reflecting his "overstepping" ambition and astonishing wealth. Visiting Tips: Must-see core buildings: Central route’s Jiale Hall, Western-style Gate, Grand Theater, Miyundong Fu Character Stele Popular film and photo spots: 1. Peony Courtyard · The famous scene of Fragrant Concubine attracting butterflies 2. Miaoxiang Pavilion · Little Swallow’s first palace experience at Prince Gong's Mansion

🏟 Beijing is especially charming in late autumn. In this ancient and mysterious capital, on the north bank of Shichahai, lies a well-known secret place—Prince Kung's Mansion. It is the largest and most well-preserved courtyard-style mansion in Beijing. It is like a living history book, witnessing the rise and fall of the Qing Dynasty. Every inch of brick and tile is engraved with the traces of time and full of historical memories. 🏰 Prince Kung's Mansion is located at No. 17, Qianhai West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing. It is not only a national key cultural relic protection unit, but also a national first-class museum and a national 5A-level tourist attraction. As the largest mansion in the Qing Dynasty, it was once the residence of the powerful minister Heshen and Prince Yonglin. It was not until 1851 that Prince Gong Yixin took over, and the mansion was officially named "Prince Kung's Mansion." Its name has been used to this day, becoming a witness to a legend. 🕌 "The crescent river surrounds the house like a dragon, and the distant view of the Western Hills is like a tiger." A few words in the history books outline the extraordinary and magnificent appearance of Prince Kung's Mansion. 👫🏻 Walking into it, it is as if you have traveled through time and space to a world that combines classical aesthetics and royal style. 🎞 Prince Kung's Mansion covers an area of more than 60,000 square meters. It cleverly integrates the mansion and the garden, earning the reputation of "the best landscape in the city." Its architectural layout is rigorous yet flexible, with exquisite craftsmanship, staggered pavilions, winding corridors, and mountains and rivers. Every detail demonstrates the essence and ingenuity of Qing Dynasty garden architecture. 🏙 In this ancient land, the main attractions of Prince Kung's Mansion, such as the back garden, Yinan Hall, and Jiale Hall, each exude a unique charm. Especially the back garden, with ancient trees towering, pavilions and pavilions hidden among them, strange rocks, and surrounded by green water, makes people linger and forget to return, as if stepping into a flowing landscape painting. 🏛 Prince Kung's Mansion is not just a building, it is a microcosm of half of the Qing Dynasty's history. After a century of wind and rain, it still stands tall, carrying endless historical and cultural heritage. Whether it is the depth of its history or the beauty of its architecture, it is worth savoring and exploring slowly. The back building, known as the "99 and a half rooms," is like a link that cleverly separates the mansion and the garden, yet closely connects them, forming more than 30 architectural complexes and creating the legendary story of "the best landscape in the city."

Finally visited my best friend's new home in the Zhengwu District～completely impressed by the grandeur of Weixing T10 🏼 Now I understand why this community is called the "Luxury Housing Ceiling of Hefei" ✨ Global luxury housing facade style The only 360° curved panoramic facade in Hefei The luxury facade I saw in New York actually has the same style here in Hefei Every window is like a custom frame for the cityscape Silently embracing the prosperity of the Zhengwu District 🌳 Private garden like ancient royal mansions Combining the layout of Prince Gong’s Mansion with the charm of the Humble Administrator’s Garden Finding such a tranquil oasis in the city center is truly rare 💫 Clubhouse like a luxury hotel Heated swimming pool, professional gym, private banquet hall… Each building’s sky lobby clubhouse has a different themed design In the future, it will only be open to community residents Every material detail tells the story of what "top configuration" means I’ve always heard that Weixing T10 is very popular among the wealthy, and after seeing it today, I just want to say: owning a Weixing T10 is my motivation to make money!

"A single Prince Gong Mansion encapsulates half of the Qing Dynasty's history." As a historical and cultural landmark, Prince Gong Mansion was once the residence of three prominent Qing Dynasty figures: Heshen, Yonglin, and Yixin. This historically significant mansion witnessed the reigns of seven emperors—Qianlong, Jiaqing, Daoguang, Xianfeng, Tongzhi, Guangxu, and Xuantong—spanning the Qing Dynasty's peak to its decline, leaving behind countless legendary stories. Located at the southwestern corner of Shichahai in Beijing, at the end of Liuyin Street, Prince Gong Mansion boasts a meticulously planned architectural layout with interwoven pavilions and exquisite craftsmanship. It is the largest and best-preserved princely residence from the Qing Dynasty. The mansion's spatial layout is symmetrical, following the "front hall, rear residence" design. Spanning 60,000 square meters, the buildings are arranged harmoniously. The main axis features seven main halls in sequence, surrounded by multiple courtyards. The central architectural complex, consisting of the main gate, main hall, rear hall, and east and west side halls, forms the core of Prince Gong Mansion. The main hall, modeled after the imperial palace's Golden Throne Hall, is a grand seven-bay structure with a hip-and-gable roof, serving as the center for ceremonial activities. Beneath the eaves of the main hall are vibrant dougong brackets and dragon-patterned paintings. At the center of the hall stands a set of golden cloud dragon screens with five claws, along with a throne measuring "eight feet high, eleven feet wide, and nine feet deep," used for grand ceremonial events. Additionally, the official seals and treasures of Prince Gong and his consort were stored in the main hall of the mansion.

Step into Beijing’s cultural heartbeat with a trio of heritage gems along Huguosi Street—each steeped in history and charm, perfect for a rainy escapade with colleagues! 🌧️⛩️💎 Begin your journey at the Mei Lanfang Memorial (No.9 Huguosi Street), where legendary Peking Opera costumes and silver coins fill the glass cases—don’t miss a close-up shot of those dazzling coins for your memory lane! Guided tours reveal tales of Mei Lanfang’s artistry; it’s a must-do for theater lovers. Swing by early on a Tuesday-Sunday (09:00–17:00; tickets ¥238), as Mondays are closed and last entry is at 16:30. Pro-tip: The courtyard’s misty rain sets an atmospheric photo backdrop, especially framed by classic Chinese eaves. Next, stroll to Huguo Temple nearby. The aged temple architecture offers moody, insta-worthy contrasts against the cloudy skies. Pause at the incense altar for a wide-angle shot capturing the vibrant prayer flags fluttering in the breeze. Remember—the temple grounds can get slippery, so wear shoes with good grip! Wrap up at Prince Kung’s Palace Museum (No.14 Liuyin Street), a sprawling Qing dynasty residence and gardens. Wander the maze-like courtyards for dramatic window reflections and garden close-ups. Explore Tuesday-Sunday, 08:30–17:00 (entry ¥40; closed Monday, last entry 16:10). Tip: Rain brings out rich colors in the wooden halls—perfect for those outdoor cultural landscape photos. A last tip—bring a compact umbrella, but a raincoat is smarter as wind can surprise (learned from experience!). Share laughs in the drizzle and thank colleagues for these silver coin memories—priceless! #Beijing #CultureTrip #ChineseArchitecture #RainyDay #MuseumTrail

The crabapple flowers in Prince Gong's Mansion are primarily Western Crabapple 🌸, one of China's traditional famous flowers. Known for their elegant appearance, they are often referred to as the 'Immortal of Flowers,' 'Noble Concubine of Flowers,' and 'Esteemed Flower.' Every year in early April, the crabapple flowers begin to bloom quietly 🌼, reaching their peak in mid-April, with trees full of blossoms, creating a breathtaking scene. In traditional Chinese culture, crabapple symbolizes beauty and good fortune 🧧. Within Prince Gong's Mansion, crabapple, peony, and magnolia together symbolize the beautiful vision of 'Wealth and Honor' 🎉. Additionally, the elegant gathering of crabapple flowers in Prince Gong's Mansion began in the late Qing Dynasty, flourished in the Republic of China, and after a period of decline, was revived in the early spring of the Xinhai year. It has now become a nationally influential event for classical poetry 🎊. Many literati and scholars gather here to compose and recite poetry, inheriting and promoting traditional Chinese poetry culture. Distribution Locations Wenyuan: There are four white crabapple trees in Wenyuan, located on the right-hand side as you enter. They are densely branched and symmetrically distributed 🌳. From every angle, they present a beautiful effect of a forest of flowers and trees, as if one is in a dreamy floral realm 🌸. Xijinzhai: Two tall crabapple trees are planted on either side of the courtyard gate of Xijinzhai 🌳. Compared to other popular spots, this area has relatively fewer visitors, offering a tranquil atmosphere suitable for a quiet rest and to appreciate the graceful charm of the crabapple flowers 🌸. Houzhaolou: Several crabapple trees are planted in front of Houzhaolou, which is lined up in a row. The crabapple flowers complement the ancient and majestic buildings, creating a picturesque scene 🎨, showcasing the beauty of the integration of ancient architecture and flowers. In front of the Buddha Hall: There are four tall crabapple trees in the inner courtyard in front of the Buddha Hall 🌳. The crabapple branches harmonize with the traditional colored ancient buildings, with red walls and green tiles intertwined with pink crabapple flowers, highlighting the rich aesthetic flavor of Chinese art 🎊. Back Garden: Passing through the Western-style gate into the garden, several crabapple trees are distributed around the Bat Pool 🌳. The flowers are reflected in the water of the Bat Pool, with the breeze gently blowing, creating a shimmering and swaying floral shadow, forming a lively and wonderful scene ✨.

Prince Gong Mansion is the most well-preserved royal residence complex in China, witnessing the historical transition of the Qing Dynasty from its peak to its decline. The lives of its successive owners were full of twists and turns, and as Heshen's former residence, the mansion's structure, architecture, exhibition halls, and furnishings exude a sense of opulence. Hence, it is often said, "One Prince Gong Mansion, half the history of the Qing Dynasty." 🚶Tour Route Entrance: Gate 1 of Prince Gong Mansion; Exit: Gate 2, both located on Qianhai West Street. 2-hour route: Yigong Gate > Yin'an Hall > Jiale Hall > Baoguang Room > Xijin Studio > Rear Building > Western Gate > Dule Peak > Bat Pool > Anshan Hall > Liubei Pavilion > Bamboo Courtyard > Peony Garden > Yishen Place > Bat Hall > Pingbu Qingyun Road > Invitation Terrace > Dicui Rock > Fu Character Stele > Fangtang Waterside Pavilion > Miaoxiang Pavilion > Dragon King Temple > Arrow Path > Ledao Hall > Duofu Pavilion 【Information】 📍Detailed Address: No. 17, Qianhai West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 🚇Transportation: Take Metro Line 6, get off at Beihai North Station, exit from Northeast Exit B 🕐Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 💰Ticket Price: 40 RMB/person

Unlock the Secret Realm of Beijing in Half a Day, The Royal Legend in Prince Gong's Mansion Hey travel enthusiasts, today we're taking you back to the Qing Dynasty to visit the Prince Gong's Mansion, which is full of countless stories! Half a day is enough to immerse yourself in this historical corridor~ 📚【Historical Anecdotes Revealed】 Prince Gong's Mansion is not just any ordinary residence! It was once the residence of the Qing Dynasty's powerful minister Heshen, and later given to Prince Gong Yixin, hence the name. As you stroll through it, every brick and tile tells the story of its past glory and vicissitudes. Don't forget to look for the legendary 'Fortune Stone Tablet'; it's said that touching it can bring you good luck for the whole year! 👣【Best Tour Route】 As soon as you enter, head straight to the Grand Theatre in the middle route, and imagine the grand scenes of the princes and noblewomen watching the opera. Then, stroll through the garden on the west route, where rockeries and flowing water, and flowers bloom all year round, making it a perfect spot for photos. Finally, don't forget to visit the Fortune Stone Tablet and the Secret Cloud Cave on the east route to feel that unique royal charm. 🚗【Transportation Guide】 The subway is the most convenient! Just take it to Beihai North Station Exit B, and walk a few minutes to get there! If you are taking a taxi or driving, set the destination to 'Prince Gong's Mansion', and parking around is relatively convenient. 🎟️【Ticket Information】 It's more convenient to buy tickets online in advance, adult tickets are about 40 yuan, and there are discounts for students and seniors! Remember to bring valid documents. Pay attention to the opening hours, don't miss the excitement. Come on a spontaneous time-traveling trip! In Prince Gong's Mansion, every step is a scenery, and every moment is worth cherishing. Don't forget to follow me!

Prince Gong's Mansion is not only a grand and imposing residence but also a private garden that combines the openness of northern China with the elegant charm of Jiangnan. Unlike the intricate and dense Jiangnan gardens, the garden at Prince Gong's Mansion is spacious and grandly laid out, showcasing the former owner's, Heshen's, immense wealth and extraordinary taste. In terms of garden design, it continues the traditional essence of classical Chinese gardens: "stacking rocks and arranging water, flowers and trees shading each other, and buildings accentuating the scenery." The garden's flowing water is drawn from the external Shichahai Lake, winding through the grounds, bringing vitality and liveliness to the garden. Among these features, the "Bat Pond" is cleverly shaped like a bat, symbolizing good fortune; the lakeside pavilion in the center of the water can only be reached by boat, highlighting the garden's spaciousness. The most eye-catching feature in the garden is the Dicui Rock—a rockery built from northern lake stones. Though it lacks the delicate beauty of Taihu stones, it possesses a majestic and rugged charm of its own. Hidden within the rockery is the Secret Cloud Cave, which houses a stele inscribed with the character "Fu" (Blessing) by Emperor Kangxi himself. Visitors can still admire and touch it today, praying for good fortune. Above the rockery sits the Fu Hall. There is a special custom when ascending it: it is said that Heshen experienced hardships early in life but later achieved success. Therefore, visitors must step over the threshold in one stride, symbolizing "overcoming difficulties," after which they can "look up and see joy"—a large character "Xi" (Happiness) is visible on the side of the hall. Standing before Fu Hall, the entire garden scene unfolds: Dicui Rock, the lakeside pavilion, the expansive water, and the staggered buildings weave together into a vivid painting. Inside the hall is also a Buddhist shrine, which likewise enshrines the character "Fu," continuing the garden's overarching theme of blessing culture. This rear garden, named "Cuijin Garden," is located behind the rear tower of Prince Gong's Mansion and is considered the essence of the entire mansion. It retains the spacious and grand style of northern gardens while incorporating clever designs of auspicious culture, with a new scene at every step, making it a place that visitors linger in delight.