Within the walls of the Summer Palace, there is a beautiful courtyard named Oriole Hall. This is where the Empress Dowager used to enjoy music and opera. People thought the music was so sweet that it must be the singing of orioles. Now this old courtyard has become a restaurant where tourists can enjoy special dishes prepared in the style of former imperial kitchens.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
014936
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → China
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → China - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → China - Social life and customs
Documentary → Documentary films - China
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Imperialism
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)