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Culture insider: Explore Emperor Qianlong's private garden

2014-07-21 07:00

By (chinadaily.com.cn)

1. Emperor Qianlong's portraits

Aisin Gioro Hongli (1711-1799) was the sixth emperor of the Qing Dynasty with the reign title of Qianlong. He reigned for 60 years and was an emperor-emeritus (but still in power after abdication) for three years.

Emperor Qianlong achieved significant political and military feats under his 60 reign. He was a diligent emperor and loved his people.

Despite of the ultimate power he had, Emperor Qianlong longed for goodness and longevity as an ordinary person.

Culture insider: Explore Emperor Qianlong's private garden

Portrait of Emperor Qianlong dressing in court dress during his old age. Collection from The Palace Museum [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Culture insider: Explore Emperor Qianlong's private garden

Culture insider: Explore Emperor Qianlong's private garden

Culture insider: Explore Emperor Qianlong's private garden

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