I bet you didn't know this about Shenyang!

Although not very well known Internationally, Shenyang played a very important role in China's history and is Home to one of the most important structures of the last #ImperialDynasty.


The #Mukden Palace, also known as the Shenyang Imperial Palace, is a palace complex located in Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China. It was the former palace of the Later Jin dynasty and the early Qing dynasty. It was built in 1625, and the first three Qing #emperors lived there from 1625 to 1644.

The palace complex is divided into three sections: the eastern, the central, and the western sections. The eastern section is the oldest and most important section. It contains the main palace buildings, including the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Hall of Perfect Harmony, and the Hall of Preserving Harmony. The central section contains the palace gardens and the imperial tombs. The western section contains the palace offices and the imperial stables.

The Mukden Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the most important historical and cultural sites in China. It is a popular tourist destination, and is known for its beautiful architecture and its rich history.