Bronze Water Cauldron, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Forbidden City

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Bronze Water Cauldron, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Forbidden City

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Bronze Water Cauldron, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Forbidden City

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April 6, 2025

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Two of these water tanks stand on the marble terrace of the Hall of Supreme Harmony. They were originally gilded and filled with water to extinguish fires.

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Bumble-Bee

July 27, 2026

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Yes, this is the one where the tour guides usually explain these pots, but as they are all over the place a highlight doesn't make sense imho.

Ralf

April 11, 2026

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Over 300 pots are scattered throughout the city

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