The Half-Moon Poem Stele of Peking University

The Half-Moon Poem Stele of Peking University

A cultural relic from the Qianlong era — a half-moon poem stele.

Located at the northwest corner of Peking University’s campus is a white marble stele inscribed with an imperial poem by Emperor Qianlong. This stele is known as the “Half-Moon Terrace” Imperial Poem Stele, originally from the Old Summer Palace. It once stood on the Half-Moon Terrace to the east of the “Sea and Mountain Vastness” area in the Changchun Garden. The poem describes the scenery of the Half-Moon Terrace. As for when the stele was moved to Peking University, there is no definitive record.

Location

Northwest corner of Peking University’s campus