Imperial capital of walls and palaces
Curated by Vinod Kumar Jain & Amit Jain · All Frontier Global · free, no login · reviewed 2026-07-05
The vast ancient wall snaking over forested ridges outside the capital. Best: Sep–Oct & Apr–May
The immense Ming-Qing imperial palace of golden roofs and 900 halls. Best: Sep–Oct
Elegant circular Ming temple and park where emperors prayed for harvests. Best: Apr–May & Sep–Oct
Lakeside imperial garden of pavilions, bridges and a long painted corridor. Best: May–Oct
Sacred burial complex of 13 Ming emperors with grand avenues and ancient stonework. Best: Apr–Jun & Sep–Nov