Legend has it that there are 9,999 half-rooms in the Forbidden City. Why are there half-rooms?
Is the Meridian Gate really the place where beheadings take place?
Do eunuchs and maids also need to receive wages and bonuses?
Why is the crow in the Forbidden City called a sacred bird?
How high are the "high-soled shoes" worn by palace concubines?
You can find the answers to these questions in the book.
The majestic palace, etiquette and regulations, health and daily life, elegance of culture and sports, eunuchs and maids, secrets of the palace, palace costumes, the origin of the Forbidden City, this book will satisfy all your curiosity about the Forbidden City. Explore the mysteries of majestic buildings, interpret the rights and wrongs of palace walls, and unlock the codes of the rise and fall of dynasties...
Reader comments
For example, why there is half a room, and why the crow became a sacred bird. Moreover, the book also mentioned the architectural art of the Forbidden City, which reminded me of my previous experience of visiting the Forbidden City with my family. It was really shocking! It feels like stepping into a historical picture. Recommended to friends who like history and culture, you will definitely gain a lot!
Increase your knowledge, understand liberal arts and science, broaden your horizons, and increase your wisdom
Finished reading it, it's pretty good.
Reading audio books increases understanding and satisfies curiosity, which is great.
For example, why there is half a room, and why the crow became a sacred bird. Moreover, the book also mentioned the architectural art of the Forbidden City, which reminded me of my previous experience of visiting the Forbidden City with my family. It was really shocking! It feels like stepping into a historical picture. Recommended to friends who like history and culture, you will definitely gain a lot!
Increase your knowledge, understand liberal arts and science, broaden your horizons, and increase your wisdom
Finished reading it, it's pretty good.
Reading audio books increases understanding and satisfies curiosity, which is great.