染雾故宫的英文导游词介绍 篇一
Welcome to the Forbidden City!
The Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, is one of China's most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It served as the imperial palace for 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties, spanning over 500 years of Chinese history. Now, let's explore this magnificent palace together.
As we enter through the Meridian Gate, you will notice the impressive size of the Forbidden City. It covers an area of 180 acres and has over 9,000 rooms. The layout of the palace follows a strict hierarchical structure, with the most important buildings located in the center and the less significant ones towards the outer areas.
Our first stop will be the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the largest and most important hall in the Forbidden City. It was used for grand ceremonies and important state occasions. The hall is supported by 72 massive pillars, and the roof is adorned with intricate dragon patterns. Inside, you will find the Dragon Throne, where the emperor used to sit during these ceremonies.
Next, we will visit the Hall of Central Harmony and the Hall of Preserving Harmony. These halls were used by the emperor to prepare for important events and to rest during ceremonies. They are smaller in size but equally stunning in their architectural design.
Moving on, we will explore the imperial gardens, located at the northern end of the Forbidden City. These gardens were a private retreat for the emperor and his family. Marvel at the beautiful landscapes, pavilions, and decorative buildings that are scattered throughout the gardens. Don't forget to take a moment to enjoy the tranquil surroundings before we continue our tour.
Our last stop will be the Palace of Heavenly Purity, where the emperor and empress lived. This palace consists of several halls and courtyards, each serving a specific purpose. Explore the living quarters of the imperial family and admire the intricate decorations and furnishings.
As we conclude our tour, take a moment to appreciate the rich history and cultural significance of the Forbidden City. It is a testament to the grandeur and power of the Chinese imperial dynasties. Thank you for joining me on this journey through one of China's most treasured landmarks.
故宫的英文导游词介绍 篇二
Welcome to the Forbidden City!
Today, we are going to explore the rich history and cultural significance of the Forbidden City, one of China's most iconic landmarks. This magnificent palace complex served as the imperial residence for over 500 years, and it is a testament to the grandeur and power of the Chinese imperial dynasties.
As we enter through the Meridian Gate, you will be transported back in time to the Ming and Qing dynasties. The Forbidden City was designed to be the center of the universe, with its strict hierarchical structure and symbolic architecture. The layout of the palace represents the ancient Chinese philosophy of balance and harmony.
Our first stop will be the Gate of Supreme Harmony, the main entrance to the imperial palace. The gate is guarded by stone lions and decorated with intricate carvings. As we pass through the gate, you will notice the grandeur of the Hall of Supreme Harmony in front of us. This hall was used for important ceremonies and is a true masterpiece of Chinese architecture.
Next, we will visit the Hall of Central Harmony and the Hall of Preserving Harmony. These halls were used by the emperor to prepare for important events and to rest during ceremonies. They are smaller in size but equally stunning in their architectural design.
Moving on, we will explore the imperial gardens, located at the northern end of the Forbidden City. These gardens were a private retreat for the emperor and his family. Take a moment to enjoy the beautiful landscapes, pavilions, and decorative buildings that are scattered throughout the gardens. It's a serene oasis amidst the bustling city.
Our last stop will be the Palace of Heavenly Purity, where the emperor and empress lived. This palace consists of several halls and courtyards, each serving a specific purpose. Explore the living quarters of the imperial family and marvel at the intricate decorations and furnishings.
As we conclude our tour, I hope you have gained a deeper appreciation for the rich history and cultural significance of the Forbidden City. It is a remarkable testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Chinese people. Thank you for joining me on this journey through one of China's most treasured landmarks.
故宫的英文导游词介绍 篇三
What strikes one first in a bird’s -eye view of Beijing proper is a vast tract of golden roofs flashing brilliantly in the sun with purple walls occasionally emerging amid them and a stretch of luxuriant tree leaves flanking on each side. That is the former Imperial Palace, popularly known as the Forbidden City, from which twenty-four emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties ruled China for some 500 years——from1420 to 1911. The Ming Emperor Yong Le, who usurped the throne from his nephew and made Beijing the capital, ordered its construction, on which approximately 10,000 artists and a million workmen toiled for 14 years from 1406 to 1420. At present, the Palace is an elaborate museum that presents the largest and most complete ensemble of traditional architecture complex and more than 900,000 pieces of court treasures in all dynasties in China.Located in the center of Beijing, the entire palace area, rectangular in shape and 72 hectares in size, is surrounded by walls ten meters high and a moat 52 meters wide. At each corner of the wall stands a watchtower with a double-eave roof covered with yellow glazed tiles.
The main buildings, the six great halls, one following the other, are set facing south along the central north-south axis from the Meridian Gate, the south entrance, to Shenwumen, the great gate piercing in the north wall. On either side of the palace are many comparatively small buildings. Symmetrically in the northeastern section lie the six Eastern Palaces and in the northwestern section the six Western Palaces. The Palace area is pided into two parts: the Outer Court and the Inner Palace. The former consists of the first three main halls, where the emperor received his courtiers and conducted grand ceremonies, while the latter was the living quarters for the imperial residence. At the rear of the Inner Palace is the Imperial Garden where the emperor and his family sought recreation.
The main entrance to the Palace is the Meridian Gate(1), which was so named because the emperor considered himself the "Son of the Heaven" and the Palace the center of the universe, hence the north-south axis as the Meridian line going right through the Palace. The gate is crowned with five towers, commonly known as the Five-Phoenix Towers(2), which were installed with drums and bells. When the emperor went to the Temple of Heaven, bells were struck to mark this important occasion. When he went to the Ancestral Temple, it was the drums that were beaten to publicize the event.
Beyond the Meridian Gate unfolds a vast courtyard across which the Inner Golden Water River runs from east to west. The river is spanned by five bridges, which were supposed to be symbols of the five virtues preached by Confucius——benevolence, righteousness, rites, intelligence, and fidelity(3).
At the north end of the courtyard is a three-tiered white marble terrace, seven meters above the ground, on which, one after another, stand three majestic halls; the Hall of Supreme Harmony(4), the Hall of Complete Harmony(5), and the Hall of Preserving Harmony(6).
The Hall of Supreme Harmony, rectangular in shape, 27 meters in height, 2,300 square meters in area, is the grandest and most important hall in the Palace complex. It is also China’s largest existing palace of wood structure and an outstanding example of brilliant color combinations. This hall used to be the throne hall for ceremonies which marked great occasions: the Winter Solstice, the Spring Festival, the emperor’s birthday and enthronement, and the dispatch of generals to battles, etc. On such occasions there would be an imperial guard of honor standing in front of the Hall that extended all the way to the Meridian gate.
On the north face of the hall in the center of four coiled-golden dragon columns is the "Golden Throne", which was carved out of sandalwood. The throne rests on a two-meter-high platform with a screen behind it. In front of it, to the left and right, stand ornamental cranes, incense burners and other ornaments. The dragon columns entwined with golden dragons measure one meter in diameter. The throne itself, the platform and the screen are all carved with dragon designs. High above the throne is a color-painted coffered ceiling which changes in shape from square to octagonal to circular as it ascends layer upon layer. The utmost central vault is carved with the gilded design of a dragon toying with pearls. when the Emperor mounted the throne, gold bells and jade chimes sounded from the gallery, and clouds of incense rose from the bronze cranes and tortoises
The Hall of Complete Harmony is smaller and square with windows on all sides. Here the emperor rehearsed for ceremonies. It is followed by the Hall of Preserving Harmony in which banquets and imperial examinations were held.
Behind the Hall of Preserving Harmony lies a huge marble ramp with intertwining clouds and dragons carved in relief. The slab, about 6.5 meters long, 3 meters wide and 250 tons in weight, is placed between two flights of marble steps along which the emperor’s sedan was carried up or down the terrace. It is the largest piece of stone carving in the Imperial Palace. Quarried in the mountains scores of kilometers southwest of Beijing, this gigantic stone was moved to the city by sliding it over a specially paved ice road in winter. To provide enough water to build the ice road, wells were sunk at very 500 meters along the way.
