On March 24, our university organized an immersive field trip to the Palace Museum for 30 students from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan. The event began with a procession through the East Flower Gate and the Meridian Gate to the Hall of Supreme Harmony Plaza and the Three Great Halls. There, participants explored the architectural features and regulations of Ming and Qing imperial architecture, examined the profound connection between architecture and state rituals, and experienced the majesty of the ancient imperial court alongside the profound depth of architectural art.
Subsequently, the students toured the Rear Three Palaces, Yanxi Palace, and the Imperial Garden, gaining a deeper understanding of the daily life and cultural significance of the imperial inner court during the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Using the cultural heritage of the Palace Museum as a connecting thread, this event helped young people from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan decode Beijing’s history and culture, build a systematic framework for understanding the city, and facilitate their transition from “city visitors” to “cultural participants,” thereby further strengthening their sense of identity and belonging to Chinese civilization.
