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3 weeks agoBeijing's Forbidden City Just Reopened a Hidden Garden for the First Time in 100 Years
As for what guests get to experience now, TravelHost explained the garden (which is also known as the Palace of Tranquil Longevity) is spread across four connected courtyards and punctuated by 27 structures, each designed as a personal retreat for the emperor. There are also stunning rock gardens, century-old trees, and streams providing the perfect sound effects throughout. The buildings are also full of treasures, including ornate decorations and furnishings.
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