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Containing the city's largest lake and a landmark white pagoda, this is the capital's oldest Imperial garden, with an 800-year history. It is the best single park to visit and a wonderful place to stroll especially since it is within walking distance of the Forbidden City. The Round City (Tuan Cheng), located just outside the south entrance of the park, contains a massive jade bowl that was once the prized possession of Kublai Khan; the Light Receiving Hall within houses a 10-foot Buddha of white jade sent to Emperor Qianlong as a gift from Burma. Today's commoners take to the waters in paddle...Read More