Hall of Preserving Harmony Dragons at Forbidden City in Beijing, China - Encircle Photos

Hall of Preserving Harmony Dragons at Forbidden City in Beijing, China

Leading up to the Hall of Preserving Harmony is a dual staircase. In the center are elaborate carvings of dragons frolicking with pearl, a symbol of good luck and protector of the throne. Pairs of dragons also represent God and the emperor. This 250 ton slab measures over 54 feet long. The marble-like stone used throughout the Forbidden City was from a quarry at Mount Fang (Fang Shan) over 40 miles away. Each slab was arduously carried to the site by laborers using work animals and then carved by hundreds of artisans.

Hall of Preserving Harmony Dragons at Forbidden City in Beijing, China

Meridian Gate, Dongcheng Qu, Donghuamen Rd, Beijing Shi, China, 100006

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