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Floating Jade Pavilion

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The Floating Jade Pavilion is located in the northeast corner of the Imperial Garden, directly facing the Gallery of Literary Prosperity, which stands against the northern wall of the garden, creating a picturesque scene. The pavilion has a square floor plan and is symmetrically arranged. It measures approximately 5 meters on each side, with a projecting front porch, and sits atop a rectangular water pool that runs east-west below. A single-arch stone bridge spans the pool, and the pavilion is built upon this bridge. Both the pavilion and the front porch are topped with green-glazed tiles edged in yellow, featuring a pointed roof crowned with a glazed finial. The bracket sets are of the one-bracket-and-two-jointed variety, showcasing distinct regional characteristics. The eaves on both sides are supported by carved beams, and there are lattice windows on all four sides, with intricate carvings adorning the central panels. Two side doors are set into the lower sections of the east and west walls, adding to the elegant ambiance.

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The Floating Jade Pavilion is located in the northeast corner of the Imperial Garden, directly facing the Gallery of Literary Prosperity, which stands against the northern wall of the garden, creating a picturesque scene. The pavilion has a square floor plan and is symmetrically arranged. It measures approximately 5 meters on each side, with a projecting front porch, and sits atop a rectangular water pool that runs east-west below. A single-arch stone bridge spans the pool, and the pavilion is built upon this bridge.

Both the pavilion and the front porch are topped with green-glazed tiles edged in yellow, featuring a pointed roof crowned with a glazed finial. The bracket sets are of the one-bracket-and-two-jointed variety, showcasing distinct regional characteristics. The eaves on both sides are supported by carved beams, and there are lattice windows on all four sides, with intricate carvings adorning the central panels. Two side doors are set into the lower sections of the east and west walls, adding to the elegant ambiance.

Suggested Visit Duration

It is recommended to allocate 3–4 hours to explore the entire Forbidden City.

Transportation

Bus routes: 1, 10, 20, 22, 37, 52, 82, 120, 126, 203, 205, 728, 802

Subway Line 1

Admission Fee

Peak season (April 1 – October 31): 60 RMB per person; off-peak season (November 1 – March 31 of the following year): 40 RMB per person. Children under 1.2 meters enter free of charge. Students (including those from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) with a valid student ID or school letter are admitted for 20 RMB (excluding special exhibitions). Retirees with a valid retirement ID enter free. Seniors with a senior citizen ID receive a 50% discount on admission. Holders of social security benefit cards also enjoy a 50% discount on the ticket price.

Opening Hours

1. Peak season (April 1 – October 31): 08:30 – 17:00. Ticket sales end at 16:00, and last entry is at 16:10. 2. Off-peak season (November 1 – March 31): 08:30 – 16:30. Ticket sales end at 15:30, and last entry is at 15:40. Note: Except for statutory holidays and the summer peak period (July 1 – August 31), the Forbidden City implements a weekly Monday afternoon closure. On Mondays, the museum is open from 08:30 – 12:00, with ticket sales ending at 11:00, last entry at 11:10, and closing at 12:00.

Location

Imperial Garden, Forbidden City, No. 4 Jingshan Front Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing