Shenyang Imperial Palace - China
Shenyang Imperial Palace is much smaller than the Beijing Imperial Palace in China, but it is a wonder to see for its architecture and design.
Shenyang Imperial Palace was build by the nomadic tribesmen who established the Qing dynasty in the first part of the 17th century. After the Qing emperor built the palace in Shenyang, the Manchuria North East China, he with his army proceeded to concur Beijing and wrestle the power away from the Ming dynasty emperor.
After defeating the Ming emperor, the Qing emperor became the supreme leader of the whole China. He moved the capital from Shenyang to Beijing while keeping the Shenyang as a secondary capital. All Qing emperors came to the Shenyang capital to pay homage to their ancestors all the way through until the end of their dynasty!
Shenyang Imperial Palace
The Front
The Throne
Approach the Sacred Hall
The Sacred Hall
Sacred Throne Chambers
The Roofs
The Facade
The Hallway
Art Work
The Red Colors
The Bed
The Seating Room
The Bridge
The Rock Statue
Jade Ornament
Porcelain Flask
Porcelain Plate
Porcelain Wine Pot
Porcelain Tea Pot
The Door Ornament
Please also read Forbidden City Beijing, so you can see the contrast between the Ming and Qing building architectures.
Tags: art, asia, china, culture, history, travel
September 18th, 2008 at 9:35 am
Very beautiful pics, Igor, thanks for sharing!
September 19th, 2008 at 2:02 am
Thanks Neal, I enjoyed taking them.
By sharing with others I want to go to more new places and take new pictures and write about new experinces.
Sharing with others motivates me to travel.
Will try to post more interesting pics and tell more new and interesting stories.