Ancient Dreams of Glory in the Wilderness: Heijōkyō and Chang’an

The remains of Heijō Palace, now gone to wilderness.

The former location of Daming Palace.

This 1/15 scale model of Daming palace offers a glimpse of past glory.

The view from in front of Suzakumon gate of old Heijō palace.

The bell tower in the center of present-day Xi’an’s old town. The belltower served as a landmark for orientation.

Tang Paradise.

Qujiangchi Ruins Park.

Suzakumon gate standing in the silvergrass.