Inside the many, many gates, here is the square in front of the throne room where officials would gather to hear from the emporor.
Dragons guard the city on four corners.
Imperial gardens. Concubines hid among these funny rock formations when they had a 'date' with the emporer so that other concubines wouldn't see them and ruin their date. There was fierce rivalry, and many girls mysteriously disappeared due to jealousy among the ranks.
Concubine waiting bed. Each night, 10 concubines would be called to wait for the emporer. Then a eunich would randomly pull a number, and that girl would spend the night with the emporer. I would guess that eunichs were fairly rich as a lot of bribing went on.
The couple tree. 2 trees grown together. The red sign indicates this tree is more than 300 years old.
These soldiers were standing in formation, and shann tried to join them. Immediately they dispersed.
The couple tree. 2 trees grown together. The red sign indicates this tree is more than 300 years old.
These soldiers were standing in formation, and shann tried to join them. Immediately they dispersed.
These guys were practicing walking and turning in formation. Soldiers have to be average chinese height, which for men, is about 5'5.
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Loved seeing your pictures, which brought back memories. Your guide told you things we didn't hear, esp stuff about concubines. Yes, we are happy seeing you and Lynne together. Be a blessing to one another! Love, Dad and Mom
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