Guilin Palace: Exploring China's Royal Exam History

Forget Everything You Know About China—Meeting the King of Guilin!

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Forget Everything You Know About China—Meeting the King of Guilin!
Mike China Vlog2024-11-1522 min

In today’s video, we invite you to forget everything you know about China and join us on a journey to Guilin’s historic palace, where we finally meet the King of Guilin! This experience dives into the ancient traditions of China’s royal exam system, a unique practice that cultivated some of the greatest academics in Chinese history. Discover the fascinating history of Guilin’s academic legacy and learn how these customs have shaped the city’s culture and reputation. Whether you’re intrigued by Chinese heritage, love exploring ancient palaces, or are simply curious about Guilin’s hidden stories, this video will offer you a fresh perspective on China.

--- Mike China Vlog
November 15, 2024, Autumn in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:05Mike's exam experience
  2. 2:02Arrival at Jingjiang Palace
  3. 3:45Palace to University
  4. 4:39Central axis of the city
  5. 5:32University and history
  6. 6:07Palace history and architecture
  7. 7:02Entering the palace
  8. 8:06Traditional writing methods
  9. 9:17Praying for good fortune
  10. 10:08Exploring other parts
  11. 12:02Ching Dynasty exam rewards
  12. 14:35Mike takes the exam
  13. 15:30Writing name and character
  14. 16:05Exam questions and answers
  15. 19:03Exam process and cheating
  16. 20:08Exam storage location
  17. 20:34Exam results announcement

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Forget Everything You Know About China—Meeting the King of Guilin!

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Guilin and uncover the secrets of its historic palace! Witness the fascinating ancient traditions of China's royal exam system, a unique practice that shaped the city's rich academic legacy. Explore the hidden stories and cultural heritage of Guilin, offering a fresh perspective on China's captivating history and traditions.

Guilin Palace: Exploring China's Royal Exam History

In today’s video, we invite you to forget everything you know about China and join us on a journey to Guilin’s historic palace, where we finally meet the King of Guilin! This experience dives into the ancient traditions of China’s royal exam system, a unique practice that cultivated some of the...

Attractions in this video: Jingjiang Palace, Test Hill