The Mingrui Mansion

The Mingrui Mansion

Destination Introduction

The Mingrui Mansion refers to the courtyard house at No. 11 Neiwubu Street, a large residence that faces south with its back to the north. It is accessed through the eastern main gate.

The Mingrui Mansion was the residence of Mingrui, a first-class Duke of Chengjia Yiyong during the Qianlong era. Mingrui, courtesy name Yunting, was a member of the Manchu Bordered Yellow Banner. In the 24th year of Qianlong’s reign (1759), he was recognized for his meritorious service in quelling the rebellion in the Ili region and was honored with having his portrait painted and displayed in the Hall of Purple Light (located on the western shore of Zhongnanhai). He died in battle against Burmese forces in the 33rd year of Qianlong’s reign (1768). After the fall of the Qing Dynasty, the property came under the ownership of Yue Qianzhai, manager of the Salt Industry Bank.

It is a key cultural relic protected by Beijing Municipality.

Address: Courtyard House at No. 11 Neiwubu Street

Inside the main gate, the property is divided into four courtyard complexes. The central area features two separate yet adjacent main courtyards, each consisting of multi-tiered siheyuan houses with various halls. The eastern courtyard has fewer buildings, containing only two rooms without side wings. The western courtyard also has limited housing. The rear of the entire complex concludes with a backyard garden, complete with an artificial hill, a flower hall, and pavilions.

Location of the Attraction

No. 11 Neiwubu Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Fucha Mingrui (c. 1736–1768), courtesy name Yunting, was a member of the Manchu Bordered Yellow Banner. He was the son of the Duke Fuen and the nephew of Grand Secretary Fu Heng. He was a prominent general and imperial relative in mid-Qing Dynasty China.

Mingrui initially inherited the dukedom in the capacity of an official student. In the 21st year of Qianlong’s reign (1756), he was promoted to Vice Minister of Revenue and appointed as an Advising General for his role in suppressing the rebellion of Amursana. In the 24th year of Qianlong’s reign (1759), he led troops against Khudayar Khan and was rewarded with the prestigious honor of double peacock feathers, granted the hereditary title of Yunqiwei, and promoted to the position of Commander of the Han Army of the Plain White Banner.

In the 27th year of Qianlong’s reign (1762), Mingrui was sent…   More detailed information about Fucha Mingrui ++