24/46.- Beijing, Summer Palace, Hall of the Dispelling Clouds

On the central axis of the Summer Palace, at the foot of the Longevity Hill, the "Hall of Dispelling Clouds" was originally built in 1750. In 1890 the hall was rebuilt following the orders of Empress Dowager Cixi. It is here that she celebrated her birthday parties.

To the south is the "Gate of Dispelling Clouds", with the depiction of the twelve Chinese zodiac signs.

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