Get ready to geek out, history buffs and art lovers! 🤩 On October 10, 2025, China Post released a special stamp set to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Beijing’s Palace Museum—aka the Forbidden City—one of the most epic cultural icons in the world. 🏛️🌟
Each stamp costs just 1.20 yuan (about 17 cents) and shines a light on two of the museum’s coolest treasures. The first shows a gold celestial globe from the Qing Dynasty, complete with pearl inlays and an ancient star map. 🔭✨ The second highlights the Qiannian Hehe Zhou, or Millennium Harmony Scroll, a delicate floral painting by Qing-era artist Ma Yuanyu that stands for unity and cultural inclusiveness. 🎨🤝
Built in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty, the Palace Museum served as home to 24 emperors over nearly 500 years. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1987, it’s more than just a collection of relics—it’s a living bridge between past and present. 🌏❤️
Whether you’re a seasoned stamp collector or just love cool designs, this set is a quick way to carry a piece of history in your pocket. 📮😉
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China issues stamp set to mark Palace Museum's 100th anniversary
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