Monday 5 February 2018

Nanjing part 3 Ming Tombs - Xiaoling Mausoleum


China is littered with tombs to its deceased rulers even the more modern ones however the Xiaoling Mausoleum in Nanjing belongs to the  Hongwu Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang the founder of the Ming Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty lasted from 1368 to 1644 (276 years).
There is a brief description this tomb here Wikipedia.

I was particular taken with the beautiful avenues, mature trees and just the grandure. As usual come prepared to walk up a lot of steps




















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