Imperial artistry
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) Emperor Qianlong's passion for calligraphy and painting is the subject of an ongoing exhibition at the Palace Museum.
Joyful Leisure: Calligraphy and Paintings by the Emperor Qianlong and His Court Officials, an exhibition underway at the Hall of Literary Glory (Wenhua Dian), presents over 100 of the finest works produced by the emperor, his close courtiers and other members of the royal family. More than half of the works have never been publicly displayed before.
If you go
Time: 8:30 am - 5 pm (last entry at 4:10 pm), through June 30.
Address: Hall of Literary Glory (Wenhua Dian), Palace Museum, 4 Jingshan Qianjie, Dongcheng district, Beijing. Visit here for more information. 北京市東城區景山前街4號 故宮博物院 （文華殿展廳 )
Tickets: Free with general admission ticket (60 yuan)
