The Imperial Academy has been the highest educational institution in ancient China since the Sui Dynasty. In addition to the location in Nanjing, as the Ming Dynasty relocated its capital to the north, another site for the Imperial Academy was constructed in Beijing. The site in Nanjing is called “Nanjian” or “Nanyong,” and the one in Beijing is called “Beijian” or “Beiyong”. The Imperial Academy in Beijing was constructed in 1306 during the Yuan Dynasty, serving as the highest administrative body and educational institution for the Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties.
Best Time to Visit the Imperial Academy
The prime time to visit the Imperial Academy is from October to April, avoiding the heat of the summer. In the spring, visitors can enjoy blossoming flowers and stroll down to the Beijing Emperor’s Park of Relics to get an authentic taste of Old Beijing.
The Imperial Academy Tickets
30 Yuan. Half price for students, army men and the elderly
How to get to The Imperial Academy
By subway
Get off at Yonghegong Lama Temple on Line 2, go 200m southward
By bus
By Bus No. 13, 116, 807, Yonghegong station.
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