Jingyuan
Tianjin Region · China
Jingyuan Garden. The garden was built in 1921. In July 1929, the last emperor of Qing Dynasty - Puyi, moved here with Wan Rong - the empress, and Wen Xiu - his concubine. The main building is a Spanish-style brick structure.
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Jingyuan (Garden of Serenity)2:23
Welcome to Jingyuan, the 'Garden of Serenity,' a place of profound historical resonance located in the heart of Tianjin. As we step through these gates, we are entering the former residence of Aisin Gioro Puyi, the last Emperor…
Listen in the app2The Main Gate and Exterior Courtyard2:18
We begin our tour at the Main Gate, a structure that immediately sets the tone for the 'Serenity' that Puyi sought. The entrance is relatively modest for an imperial figure, yet it possesses a dignified elegance. …
Listen in the app3The Emperor's Study — A Room of Contemplation2:07
Entering the main building, we find ourselves in one of the most significant rooms of the house: Puyi's study. This is where the 'scholarly and analytical' nature of our guide truly comes into play. …
Listen in the app4The Dining Hall and Social Spaces2:00
Next, we move to the Dining Hall, a space that reveals the social life of the imperial family in exile. Unlike the formal, ritualistic dining of the Forbidden City, the meals at Jingyuan were more akin to those of a high-society…
Listen in the app5Empress Wanrong's Bedroom — A Tragic Elegance1:58
We now enter the private quarters of Empress Wanrong. This room is perhaps one of the most poignant in the entire complex. …
Listen in the app6The Historical Exhibition Hall2:01
In the annex building, we find the Historical Exhibition Hall, which provides the 'analytical framework' for understanding the artifacts and rooms we have seen. This gallery houses a wealth of 'historical documents, photographs,…
Listen in the app7Closing1:44
As we conclude our journey through Jingyuan, we return to the garden that gave this residence its name. This 'Garden of Serenity' remains a place of remarkable peace amidst the urban energy of Tianjin. …
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What is Jingyuan?
Jingyuan is a place in Tianjin Region · China with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Tianjin Region · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Total length | 14 min 31 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 39.1232, 117.1895 |
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