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北京城外寶藏殿 No. 884, PAO-TSANG-TSU.
北京城外寶藏殿 No. 884, PAO-TSANG-TSU.

北京城外寶藏殿
No. 884, PAO-TSANG-TSU.

This pavilion is the residence of Eunuchs who having grown old in the Imperial service are sent here to end their days in the quiet and retirement of the place. From its elevated sitnation there is a fine view of the country.