The famous tourist site, the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, has long been known to conceal mysteries hidden within some of its parts. One such garden is a garden that was hidden from the public for 100 years.
Qianlong Garden, as the garden is known, is located within the Forbidden City and has long been closed to tourists. The garden was hidden from public view. However, after a century, this situation has changed, as Qianlong Garden has finally reopened.
Of course, the garden, built in 1770, didn’t open suddenly. It required 25 years of preparation and restoration. It’s no short time to get it ready for the outside world. According to official reports from Beijing, the restoration of Qianlong Garden cost up to $18 million, funded by the World Monuments Fund. This long restoration period is understandable by the government and historical institutions, as they believe the garden is a symbol of Chinese civilization that deserves to be protected, restored, and utilized for historical learning.
Qianlong Garden is a special garden built during the reign of Emperor Qianlong, who was known for his great attention to Chinese culture and arts. He built this garden as one of the filling parts of the Forbidden City, which was the imperial palace for 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, from 1420 to 1924. Covering an area of 72 hectares (178 acres) and has been internationally recognized as a World Heritage Site.
