Summer Palace

The Summer Palace in Beijing, also known as Juifang is a magnificent example of imperial architecture and landscape design. Located on the shores of Kunming Lake, this palace complex has served as a place of recreation and entertainment for Chinese emperors for centuries.

Built in the 18th century during the reign of Emperor Quanlong, the Summer Palace is renowned for its beauty and sophistication. It includes magnificent gardens, buildings in the style of Chinese architecture, stone bridges, pavilions and more. Every corner of the complex is filled with Chinese history and cultural heritage.

Especially notable is the Marble Ship, an elegant pavilion set on Kunming Lake that symbolizes the power and majesty of the emperor. Its unique architecture and decorations make it one of the most photographed places in all of China.

Today, the Summer Palace is one of Beijing's major tourist attractions and a venue for cultural and historical events. Its beauty and grandeur continue to impress and inspire visitors from all over the world, leaving an unforgettable impression of the great heritage of Chinese civilization.