As a royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, the forbidden city not only carries a rich history, but also houses interesting interactions that bring cultural relics to life. In recent years, "Palace Museum Seal" has become a popular way for tourists to explore The Forbidden City in depth, with exquisite seals linking the beauty of architecture and the fun of cultural and creative activities. This article will take you to unlock 10 hidden stamp points, collect exclusive Palace Museum imprints while checking in historical landmarks.
1、 Compulsory Course Before Stamping: A Brief History of the Forbidden City
When entering the Forbidden City for the first time, it is recommended to first understand the layout of the three main halls along the central axis (Taihe Hall, Zhonghe Hall, and Baohe Hall), as this is the area with the most densely packed stamping routes. As the place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties held the grand ceremony, the number of roof figures on the roof of the Taihe Hall (10) ranked first among the palaces in the country. The hierarchy and cultural symbols behind them are the inspiration for the design of the "roof figures chapter of the Taihe Hall" in the seal manual.
2、 10 hidden stamping points fully revealed
Ice Cellar Bookstore (inside Shenwu Gate):
The first physical bookstore in the Forbidden City, with the Royal Ice Cellar Site as the background, provides a limited edition stamp of "Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains". After sealing, you can taste the "roof figures ice cream" to experience the collision between history and modernity.
Chuxiu Palace (East Sixth Palace):
The residence of Empress Dowager Cixi, with the "Imperial Garden Orchid Blossom" chapter featuring orchids as elements, echoes her title of "Orchid Noble Person". Pay attention to the colorful paintings of "Dragon and Phoenix and Seal" during the visit, and experience the aesthetic taste of the late Qing court.
Imperial Garden (north end of the central axis):
The seal of "Wanchun Pavilion" is based on the pattern of the coffered ceiling inside the pavilion, and after stamping, one can climb to the top and overlook the panoramic view of the Forbidden City. Don't forget to search for the "Forbidden City Cat" near the Wanchun Pavilion in spring.
Wenhua Hall (East Wing):
The Calligraphy and Painting museum has a permanent special exhibition, and the stamped page is designed as a part of the "Thousand Miles of Mountains and Rivers" painting. After stamping, visiting the "Su Shi Special Exhibition" can earn an additional Easter egg seal.
Jiaolou Coffee (outside Shenwu Gate):
The supporting seal of the online celebrity "Thousand Miles River and Mountain Roll" needs to be purchased. The "roof figures Flower" on the coffee cup is a photo beater.
Other stamping points: Chinese Character Hall (Wuying Hall), Treasure Hall (Ningshou Palace), Zhai Palace, Eighteen Huai Coffee, Palace Museum Store (Imperial Kitchen Theme).
3、 Seal Route Optimization Guide
3-hour efficient route:
Meridian Gate → Hall of Supreme Harmony → Ice Cellar Bookstore → Chuxiu Palace → Imperial Garden → Exit of Shenwu Gate → Corner Tower Coffee
Deep Tour Route:
Meridian Gate → Wenhua Hall → Three Great Halls → East Six Palaces → Treasure Hall → Imperial Garden → Shenwu Gate
4、 Cultural Experience Upgrade Techniques
Stamp selection: It is recommended to purchase a special edition of the "Forbidden City Architecture Atlas" or "Forbidden City Calendar", with paper thickness suitable for the stamp.
Peak shifting strategy: Ice Cellar Bookstore and Jiaolou Coffee suggest avoiding the peak flow of people from 11:00 to 14:00.
Hidden gameplay: After collecting 10 badges, you can exchange them for the "Guardian of The Palace Museum" electronic medal at the Palace Museum store.
5、 Precautions
Some stamping points require consumption (such as Jiaolou Coffee and Shiba Huai), and it is recommended to reserve a budget of 100 yuan.
The number and usage rules of seals may be adjusted with the exhibition. It is recommended to check in advance on the "Palace Museum" mini program.
Civilized stamping: Avoid stamping on ancient books and cultural relics replicas to protect cultural heritage.
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