The Forbidden City is a palace complex located in the Dongcheng District of Beijing, China, covering a total area of 720,000 square meters (180 acres). The Forbidden City is situated at the heart of Beijing’s Imperial City, which was constructed around the palace complex. Surrounding the Forbidden City are luxurious royal gardens and temples, including Zhongshan Park, which spans 54 acres, the Temple of the Ancestors, Beihai Park, covering 171 acres, and Jingshan Park, which extends over 57 acres.
Curious about the hidden palace, the mysterious gate that only one person can pass through? Wondering how the Forbidden City has withstood 200 earthquakes without significant damage? Or how massive stones weighing 200-300 tons were transported from 70 kilometers away for its construction? Check out the infographic below for more details.
