Enter the Forbidden City and record its exquisite history with your camera!

Number of days：5 days
Time: July
Average cost: 2600 yuan
With whom：parents and children

Over the past two years, my elementary school students have been increasingly interested in the Forbidden City, having watched seasons one, two, and three of the television series "New Forbidden City." They've been asking to visit both the Forbidden City and Prince Gong's Mansion. Interest is a good thing, and parents will do their best to accommodate their needs, so the Forbidden City is a key focus of this study tour. So, let's enjoy "Forbidden City, Here I Come!"

Life requires an eye for beauty. When you stand before the Forbidden City and explore its history, you'll be captivated by the architectural charm and the unparalleled beauty of its treasures. The beauty is breathtaking, leaving you wanting to linger. I was especially lucky to have a nice photo opportunity to capture my steps and my feelings.

For half a day, following the guide's explanations, I gained a deep understanding of the historical allusions and cultural relics. I traversed most of the Forbidden City, snapping over 700 photos. Sometimes, to get a satisfying shot, I had to wait for the crowds to disperse under the scorching sun. To give the national treasures a unique display, I politely waited for the elderly and children to finish admiring them, taking every opportunity to snap photos with swift eyes and hands. Haha, I finally understand why professional photographers are so heavily armored and have such dark skin. Time constraints prevented me from joining you in photographing the magnificent golden dragon. With such a busy schedule, I've rarely had the time to calm down and organize my work. I can't rush or skimp on it, but I'll do it with all my heart. Looking back today, the scenes are so moving and vivid, and it was a worthwhile trip.

The main gate of the Forbidden City - Meridian Gate

National Flag Guard Station

The most handsome posture

Majesty - Lioness

Mighty - Lion Hall of Supreme Harmony

A vintage introduction sign

The auspicious time has arrived

The sun is so bright, it instantly tanned Louis Koo

Songhe Yannian ~ Enjoy with you

Today's morning court, national affairs, family affairs, and world affairs

Fire hydrant

The wall is so beautiful

Magnificent

Mystery

How was such a large piece of white marble transported in?

Treasures Inside

Nine Dragon Screen

The more you look at it, the more interesting it becomes. You guys arrived just in time.

Immortal Pointing the Way - What time is it now?

It wouldn't be a palace without some art

History also needs innovation

In the cool aftertaste, remember it in your heart

Looking back

What a nice day (I got a really tan)

Imperial kitchen (black tiles, not blackened by cooking)

Back then, it was really amazing

Waiting for the meal to be served in the imperial kitchen

Five Oxen Picture

Traveling

Deep Palace and Six Courtyards

A popular check-in spot

Corner Tower ~ Rising from the Ground

Shenwu Gate - North Gate Exit

The bus has not arrived yet, looking back, it is hard to leave

A must-see place - the Treasure House

The above highlights the magnificent palace architecture.

Next, we will focus on the exquisite jewels and gems in the Treasure House.

Follow me into the Treasure House and be amazed.

Do you know the origin of the ring?

Various gemstones

Even the food boxes are so exquisite

Chic

Sophisticated

You might get lost in thought while washing your hands

Is this what you want?

Travel essentials

Imperial Seal

Everything you drink tastes delicious.

Which story does the figure depict?

Gold is Jade Cover

A veritable pagoda Brilliant

After the Wannian Ruyi, there are a variety of lifelike jade carvings and exquisite porcelain.

These are all close-up photos I took individually, seizing every opportunity. Many tourists are deeply captivated and reluctant to leave. I wait and wait, always having a second to myself.

There's always a treasure that will captivate you, the more you look at it, the more you appreciate it, and it will captivate you deeply.

Then, the Clock and Watch Museum showcases a diverse collection of exquisite timepieces, each one a masterpiece of art.

While admiring these exquisite pieces, let us cherish time, treasure beauty, and cherish every moment we take.

Elephant float parade? There are many tourists, this one has fewer people, haha

Enter the Imperial Garden and experience the leisure style of the palace

Various unusual rocks

Pavilions, towers, rockery and unusual rocks

Are you tanned too? Nice to meet you at Jiaotai Hall. Please be kind to the little lion. Wuwei

Palace of Heavenly Purity.

We took the bus and rode a bicycle to visit Prince Gong's Mansion.

Prince Gong's Mansion (the blue sky and white clouds with the green tiles are also very beautiful)

The living room

The windows are all different

You can always use your back view, haha

Lotus pond reflecting summer

History is worth studying seriously

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Whoever sees it has good fortune.

Did you two get married?

Can the three-legged tripod stand firm?

Lucky Elephant

Auspicious

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A bowl of braised pork

Only hard work can lead to success

As I hurried along, snapping photos non-stop, I've even created a vivid and unforgettable summer diary for an elementary school student. (I've captured so many detailed photos for you, feel free to look back and revisit them.) Gradually, you'll understand why I broke away from the tour guides, why I took so many steps and got so tanned, and why I discovered so much. To gain, there's nothing better than reading thousands of books and traveling thousands of miles—one with your eyes, the other with your feet, and equally with your heart. Reading and experience complement each other, connecting theory with practice. As a young person, you need to accumulate knowledge, reflect, and be attentive.

I'd also like to thank all my readers. Your persistence to the end demonstrates your patience and may even be intriguing. I express my respect and gratitude, and please feel free to share your insights. Sharing is the key to improvement!

Modern life is so busy and impetuous, and I've completely forgotten the prose skills I developed back then. I need to read and learn more, or I'll run out of ideas and have no idea where to start my future travelogues.

This is the end of "First Impression of the Forbidden City". I will carefully organize the next episode when I have time.