an interesting post today, @slowwalker about a powerful and determined queen.

Queen Jung Suun helped establish Chinese Confucian ideals and doctrines but was hostile to other beliefs.

She led the Persecution of Catholics in 1801, opposing this church until it was officially recognized some 80 years later.

Her house seems to mirror her character - very orderly and functional.

The photos are excellent illustrating a beautifully preserved house that is impeccably neat and tidy, right down to the trimmed bonsai plants.

It's interesting that her descendants still live in the house and the owner is the mayor of the town who proudly puts the house on display.

Unfortunately the queen's legacy is marred by turning against many of her own people.

A wise ruler never troubles his own house.

An informative and beautifully illustrated post today, my friend