Forbidden City
Imperial palace complex in Beijing, China
The Forbidden City is the imperial palace complex in the center of the Imperial City in Beijing, China. It was the residence of 24 Ming and Qing dynasty Emperors, and the center of political power in China for over 500 years from 1420 to 1924. The palace is now administered by the Palace Museum and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. The Forbidden City is one of the most famous palaces in all of Chinese history, and is the largest preserved royal palace complex still standing in the world.
Quick facts
- Coordinates
- 39.9158° N, 116.3908° E
Nearby places
- Great Wall of China — 59 km
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