The Ming Tombs are the final resting place for 13 of the 16 Ming Emperors. These Tombs really show off exquisite Chinese architecture which has been well looked after for many years. The site where the Tombs sit was especially selected because of its auspicious feng shui alignment, it is cradled between the ridges of two mountains protecting the dead and letting the evil spirits be carried by the north wind.
Beautiful Pathway
The most impressive Tombs by far are that of the Yongle emperor and Chang Li these two were the first two to be built and are the most ornate. In recent times they have been tastefully restored to show their true previous beauty, however there are parts of the burial chamber that have never been excavated. There is a lot of speculation about what may be underneath it’s thought that 16 concubines are buried there.
Amazingly Vivid Colours
The Burial park is very big, with 13 tombs which are spread across a 15 square mile area which is very far to walk if you want to see it all in one day. I would suggest if you want to visit them all they should be visited by a taxi. There is so much more to see besides the Tombs foe example the Ding Ling treasures, which are the artifacts from Wanli Empores mostly are made of gold and have a priceless value. My favourite was the threaded-gold-crown it is beautifully bright and golden it has two dragons carved into it.
Gold Threaded Crown
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