Tag: Empress

Caterina was the ultimate empress, the matriarch of a dynasty. Her husband, father-in-law, uncle, cousin, son, and three grandsons all wore the emperor's crown. She was the thread that wove through generations of royalty, a true powerhouse in Chinese history.

From the time of King Minh Mang onwards, the succeeding kings have refrained from crowning their wives as the Queen during their reigns. The reason behind this decision remains a mystery.

History records the shortest-reigning Empress in the Qing Dynasty, who ascended to the throne at the young age of 15 but tragically passed away at the age of 23, just a year after her son's coronation.

Women in the harem have no freedom to love, learn, or marry. So how do they fulfill their sexual needs?

The deep bond and unwavering loyalty of Empress Tienthi have always endeared her to the Emperor, despite her physical imperfections.

As the reigning Empress while the emperor was alive, this beauty crafted a unique and captivating story.

Even though not holding an official position in the government, during the Qing dynasty, the concubines in the imperial palace also had their own standards of treatment and a separate system of rewards and punishments.

Dong Ngac Phi, an 18-year-old concubine of Emperor Thuan Tri, was highly favored by the emperor when she entered the palace.

Despite living in luxury and indulging in exquisite delicacies, the concubines' physical condition is often weak, making them susceptible to diseases and having a shorter lifespan. But why is that?

When watching historical dramas, one can witness the glamorous attire of the Qing Dynasty's imperial concubines, surrounded by a myriad of attendants. But did they truly live such extravagant lives?