Throughout the ages, the ascension of an Emperor has always been a matter of paramount importance.
The saying goes, "When the Son of Heaven assumes the throne, his officials change accordingly." When the new sovereign takes hold of the Imperial Throne, a lavish and grand ceremony must be held to announce to the world that he has become the new ruler of the Divine Land.
Li Pei's coronation would take place at Chengtian Gate, symbolizing their "mandate from heaven and the beginning of a prosperous era."
Months before the event, people from distant places had already flocked to prepare for the spectacle.
On the day of the ceremony, long before dawn, the area was a sea of humanity, shoulder to shoulder, a crowd of a million strong.
All walks of life were represented, and their attire was varied. There were richly dressed scions in long robes, as well as laborers clad in burlap sacks.
