Prince Kung's (Gong) Mansion
Prince Kung's (Gong) Mansion
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7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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sojourners01
Sydney, Australia39 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We went on a week day hoping to escape the crowds but it was very busy with people nonetheless.
You can purchase tickets when you arrive at the gate. Perhaps going in winter wasn’t the best idea as there is less greenery and quite freezing for the kids with few inside areas to escape the cold. As a result we went through the palace in about one and a half hours.
The display has expanded to include a section at the beginning that shows the renovations of the palace which was interesting as I had been here over 15 years earlier.
One of the most beautiful gates was the Floral Lintel Gate 垂花门 . In fact you may not notice the gate as you walk through it, but if you turn around you will see it’s beautifully painted and decorated to look very flowery.
Some inner ceiling sections of the garden corridor were repainted with exquisite paintings so this was really delightful and wonderful to look at. Really enjoyed the rooms which were also beautifully decked out. The lake was almost frozen over, so you could see the fish swimming slowly in that section which did not have the ice sheet.
Roads in that area are quite narrow and a little tricky to get Didi car.
You can purchase tickets when you arrive at the gate. Perhaps going in winter wasn’t the best idea as there is less greenery and quite freezing for the kids with few inside areas to escape the cold. As a result we went through the palace in about one and a half hours.
The display has expanded to include a section at the beginning that shows the renovations of the palace which was interesting as I had been here over 15 years earlier.
One of the most beautiful gates was the Floral Lintel Gate 垂花门 . In fact you may not notice the gate as you walk through it, but if you turn around you will see it’s beautifully painted and decorated to look very flowery.
Some inner ceiling sections of the garden corridor were repainted with exquisite paintings so this was really delightful and wonderful to look at. Really enjoyed the rooms which were also beautifully decked out. The lake was almost frozen over, so you could see the fish swimming slowly in that section which did not have the ice sheet.
Roads in that area are quite narrow and a little tricky to get Didi car.
Written February 1, 2024
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Joycelyn
Singapore, Singapore75 contributions
Jan 2018 • Friends
We came across this mansion on map as we were looking at the attractions nearby our hotel. Saw good reviews on Google and therefore decided to give it a try. It did not disappoint.
The structures, the views, displays were all charming in their own aspects. Do visit if you are already planning houhai in your itinerary. You can cover this place within 1 hour. Note that this place closes at 4/5pm depending on the period you are visiting.
The structures, the views, displays were all charming in their own aspects. Do visit if you are already planning houhai in your itinerary. You can cover this place within 1 hour. Note that this place closes at 4/5pm depending on the period you are visiting.
Written January 28, 2018
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TravelWithEarlyTeens
Asia1,685 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
Warning ! buy your tickets inside the Mansion; locals who approach you outside the Mansion dont buy it from them;you would be ripe off and that's a guarantee! For example, trishaw vendors would persuade you to take their Trishaw which include entrance ticket to this Mansion for ¥260 dont buy it you could get the same thing and with a tour guide for half the price inside the Mansion 'ticket booth.
What I like about this place:
-Entrance ticket is cheap at ¥40
-This is a massive place so dont rush it , there are lots to see , mainly architectural and the material use to build this place ;silkwood, for example.
-garden landscape to be admired
-of course do take note on how one uses this place once upon a time .
-if you are intrigue what's theatre meant once upon a time to the Chinese then you would be able to see it from this Mansion; extra cost applies.
What dont I like about this place
-you wouldn't be able to enter the rooms to admire its furniture, layout etc. You could only look from the outside
Overall, I like this place a lot. I would certainly visit again but this time without the trishaw option.
Tips: go first thing in the morning to avoid the mass also less people more chance of you taking nice pictures without strangers in your picture.
What I like about this place:
-Entrance ticket is cheap at ¥40
-This is a massive place so dont rush it , there are lots to see , mainly architectural and the material use to build this place ;silkwood, for example.
-garden landscape to be admired
-of course do take note on how one uses this place once upon a time .
-if you are intrigue what's theatre meant once upon a time to the Chinese then you would be able to see it from this Mansion; extra cost applies.
What dont I like about this place
-you wouldn't be able to enter the rooms to admire its furniture, layout etc. You could only look from the outside
Overall, I like this place a lot. I would certainly visit again but this time without the trishaw option.
Tips: go first thing in the morning to avoid the mass also less people more chance of you taking nice pictures without strangers in your picture.
Written December 15, 2019
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333Hslim
Batu Pahat, Malaysia123 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
The Prince Kung Mansion is one of the most exquisite and the best-preserved imperial mansions in Beijing. It consists of large siheyuan-style mansions and gardens. There are 20 scenic spots, pavillions, artificial hills and ponds. There is an 8-meter-long stele which bears the Chinese character (福) based on the calligraphy of the Kangxi Emperor.
Written September 16, 2017
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hellard1861
County Wicklow, Ireland24 contributions
Jan 2020
Certainly worth a visit. Very close to a metro station. The lakes, gardens and ornamental rocks and boulders are quite special.
Written January 26, 2020
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Jason S
Copenhagen, Denmark32 contributions
Aug 2019
Well worth a visit - the architecture and classic layout of the site is more tangible than the much larger Forbidden City - it was very very busy with families on an August Saturday... but the ticket queue went quickly.. be aware that there are almost no English signs once inside- so read up before... there are a few displays of how the interior of the buildings would have been set up which was interesting... the garden was packed with people making it hard to imagine a place of tranquility and reflection for a noble family in the heart of Beijing!! Excellent people watching- seeing families on a day out enjoying the Mansion and it’s gardens- and be aware that the gardens are predominantly carefully made stone structures and grottos ... not that much greenery... and a key attraction is a grotto with a hologram... so a bit tacky- but long queues to see it - we didn’t...
Written August 18, 2019
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ThePathLessTravelled
Thailand566 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
This complex is both stunning and surprisingly huge, so make sure to dedicate a decent chunk of time to it and bring a fully-charged camera battery. There are many, many side buildings containing photo exhibits, artwork, furniture, art/archaeological artifacts, and and a huge garden complex filled with lovely pagodas and pathways.
There are quite a few bathrooms on site, which are quite clean and well maintained. They don't have paper, which is to expected, and most are squat toilets (though there are a few Western-style seated toilets for those who want them).
There are quite a few bathrooms on site, which are quite clean and well maintained. They don't have paper, which is to expected, and most are squat toilets (though there are a few Western-style seated toilets for those who want them).
Written November 15, 2017
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Alienandbear
Daly City, California, United States153 contributions
May 2013 • Solo
If you are into opera and stuff then you should probably come here and relax.
There are only show times at specific times.
I believe it was 45-60 rmb to get in extra? I forgot.
What's performing inside you can see much better elsewhere.
Summary-
If you love opera go here, if you are not so much of a fan then skip it.
There are only show times at specific times.
I believe it was 45-60 rmb to get in extra? I forgot.
What's performing inside you can see much better elsewhere.
Summary-
If you love opera go here, if you are not so much of a fan then skip it.
Written September 9, 2013
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Coral
70 contributions
Aug 2019 • Solo
Wow, this place was so busy. It was really beautiful but I felt I couldn't properly appreciate the garden with all the crowds. I did go on a weekend in the summer which is probably not the best time to visit.
Written September 5, 2019
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patwong03
Cliffside Park, NJ119 contributions
Apr 2019
This is a prince mansion in Beijing, but it’s popular because this used to be the home of a notorious subject (lawmaker) of the Qing Imperial court - HeShen. This character has appeared in multiple Chinese television shows so most Chinese tourists from out of town come to learn about him. It’s also rumored to be the inspiration for Dream of the Red Chamber, a Chinese literature classic. Tranquil is not a word I would use because of the large crowds. They made this place more interesting than it really is with HeShen’s character. 90% of the Chinese tour content centers around him. You must get the audio guide because all the exhibits are in Chinese. Also difficult to get to because it’s hidden in the Hutong area - lots of twists and turns and if you don’t have a map, you can easily get lost. Also lots of rickshaws waiting on the Main Street to take tourists there - I wouldn’t recommend them because you’ll either A) get ripped off, B) they’ll take you somewhere else and ask for additional money or they’ll leave you there. All in all, worth seeing but probably worth more to Chinese people who are fans of the television shows and literary classic.
Written April 17, 2019
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Closed on Mondays? Website says closed Monday. Trip Advisor says they are open. Any ideas?
Written January 29, 2018
Closed on Mondays? Website says closed Monday. Trip Advisor says they are open. Any ideas?
Written January 29, 2018
The official website says the mansion is closed on Mondays.
Written February 1, 2018
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