Here is a slideshow of photos (see below) I took while at the Summer Palace, one of the largest imperial gardens in China, built by the emperor Qianlong around 1750. Its features highlight forms of Chinese garden design, including a landscape of hills, water, bridges and exquisite architecture. The Summer Palace was once used as a vacation home for emperors in China. It was destroyed and rebuilt multiple times.
Quick Language Note: 大黄鸭 Da Huang Ya means Big Yellow Duck ;))
Side Note: The Big Yellow Duck, or 大黄鸭, (shown in the slideshow), I was told has no real historical significance related to the history of the Summer Palace, but may only be a way to attract tourists to the area.
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