Forbidden City Collection (page 5)

Dragon Bronze Statue With Hand on Ball Gugong, Forbidden City Emperors Palace
Dragon Bronze Statue With Hand on Ball Gugong, Forbidden City. Emperors Palace Built in the 1400s in the Ming Dynasty

China, Beijing, Forbidden City (aka Zijin Cheng). Emperors palace from the Ming and Qing dynasties
China, Beijing, Forbidden City (AKA Zijin Cheng). Emperors palace from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Highly carved pillar at the entrance of the Forbidden City at the Gate of Heavenly Peace

China, Beijing, , Forbidden City, exterior of ancient pagoda with courtyard against
China, Beijing, Forbidden City, exterior of ancient pagoda with courtyard against clear blue sky

Hradcany, imperial palace of Prague
Illustration of a Hradcany, imperial palace of Prague

CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. The 9th U. S. Infantry Gatling gun detachment in the Forbidden
CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. The 9th U.S. Infantry Gatling gun detachment in the Forbidden City in Beijing, during the Boxer Rebellion in China. Stereograph, c1900

CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. Indian soldiers and two Chinese men at the Forbidden City, Beijing, during the Boxer Rebellion. Stereograph, c1901

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, winter snow covering courtyard and buildings

The Forbidden City at night, Beijing, China

The Forbidden City in Beijing, China

inside the forbidden city, Beijing China
inside the forbidden city, Beijing china

Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests
In front of The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. Framed by the south gate

Corner turret of the Forbidden City, landmark of Beijing City, China

beijing
ancient and modern buildings in beijing

Forbidden City
The Forbidden City, Beijing

Ancient Chinese Temple Tower of Heaven with Traditional Pagoda Tower
07/19/2016: Nantou, Taiwan: Ci En Pagoda was built by the late President Chiang Kai-shek in memory of his mother. It was completed in April 1971 and sits on the 954 meter-high Shabalan Mountain

The Forbidden City under blue sky in Beijing, China

The Forbidden City under blue sky

North west corner of Forbidden city in beijing
reflection of north west corner of Forbidden city during sunset with view of hutong alley in Beijing

See Central Business District from the Imperial Palace

Detail Of Ornate Painting On Traditional Building, forbidden city

Glazed tile, forbidden city

redwall, forbidden city

detail of roof of the hall of supreme harmony, forbidden city

red door, forbidden city

Traditional Building, forbidden city
forbidden city

Imperial Palace, Beijing
Famous forbidden city, the Imperial Palace of Beijing

red wall, forbidden city
forbidden city

The Imperial Palace Road, forbidden city
The Imperial Palace Road

PEKING: FORBIDDEN CITY. The Forbidden City, Peking, China. Etching, c1925, by Ella Ely

Prospect of the Inner Court of the Emperors Palace at Pekin, 1669 (engraving)
XJF384039 Prospect of the Inner Court of the Emperors Palace at Pekin, 1669 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Imperial Palace in Peking, from a collection of Chinese Sketches, 1804-06 (w / c
BAL174000 The Imperial Palace in Peking, from a collection of Chinese Sketches, 1804-06 (w/c on paper) by Alexandrov, Ivan (1780-1818); 21.5x28.3 cm; Museum of Tropinin and His Contemporaries

Lion standing guard Forbidden City Beijing the imperial palace during Ming and Qing dynasties

Forbidden City Beijing the imperial palace during Ming and Qing dynasties

A bronze lioness guarding the eastern approach to the Gate of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City, Beijing, China

CHINA: FORBIDDEN CITY. The Forbidden City viewed from Coal Hill, Peking (present-day Beijing), China. Photographed 1901

PEKING: FORBIDDEN CITY. Two mounted British soldiers on the approach to the main gate of the Forbidden City in Peking, China. Stereograph, c1901

PEKING: IMPERIAL THRONE. A view of the Dragon Throne at the imperial palace in the Forbidden City, Peking, China. Stereograph, 1901

PEKING: IMPERIAL THRONE. A view of the grand throne at the imperial palace in the Forbidden City, Peking, China. Stereograph, 1901

PEKING: FORBIDDEN CITY. A view of the iron doors at the entrance to the Dragon Throne inside the imperial palace, in the Forbidden City, Peking, China. Stereograph, 1901

PEKING: FISHERMEN, 1907. Fishermen in the Grand Canal near the East Gate of the Forbidden City in Peking, China. Stereograph, 1907

PEKING: CH IEN MEN GATE. A view of Ch ien Men Gate, at the south entrance to the Forbidden City in Peking, China. Stereograph, 1907

PEKING: FORBIDDEN CITY. Column and the Ching-men (Great Bright) Gate near the entrance to the Forbidden City at Peking, China. Stereograph, c1901

PEKING: FORBIDDEN CITY. Porcelain statues of dog-like gods in the Court of the Imperial Palace at the Forbidden City in Peking (now Beijing), China. Stereograph, c1901

CHINA: ROYALIST COUP, 1917. A view of the bombed out interior of General Chang Hsuns headquarters in the Forbidden City, Peking, China

CHINA: BOXER REBELLION. Members of the Ninth U.S. Infantry in camp in the courtyard of the Forbidden City in Peking, China, after taking part in the suppression of the Boxer Rebellion, 1900

PEKING: FORBIDDEN CITY. The interior of the Throne Room in the Imperial Palace in the Forbidden City, Peking, China. Stereograph, c1900

CHINA: PEKING, c1901. A view looking east over Marble Bridge toward the Forbidden City in Peking, China, with Indian soldiers and two Chinese men in front of a gate. Stereograph, c1901

CHINA: PEKING, c1900. A group of American soldiers of the 9th U.S. Infantry posed around a Gatling gun detachment in the court of the Forbidden City, Peking, China. Stereograph, c1900

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"Exploring the Enchanting Forbidden City: A Glimpse into China's Imperial Past" Step into a world of grandeur and mystery as you enter the majestic Forbidden City in Beijing, China. Guarded by two magnificent male bronze lions, this UNESCO World Heritage site beckons visitors to uncover its secrets. Pass through the Gate of Supreme Harmony, adorned with intricate dragons on tiles along the Dragon wall. This gateway leads you into the Outer Court, where history comes alive. Imagine standing amidst soldiers from the 14th United States Infantry during the Boxer Rebellion in 1900 or marvel at the exquisite Nine Dragons Screen in the Palace of Tranquility and Longevity. Every architectural detail within this sprawling palace complex tells a story. From ornate carvings to vibrant yellow roofs that symbolize imperial power, each element showcases China's rich cultural heritage. As you wander through its vast expanse, take a moment to appreciate an aerial view of The Forbidden City. Its sheer size and magnificence will leave you awestruck. But Beijing is not alone in boasting such regal splendor; Hue's Forbidden Purple City offers another glimpse into Vietnam's royal past. Both sites transport visitors back in time to witness centuries-old traditions and opulence. The Forbidden City stands as a testament to human ingenuity and artistic brilliance throughout history, and is an embodiment of ancient Chinese civilization that continues to captivate travelers from around the globe. So come, immerse yourself in this forbidden realm and let your imagination soar amidst these hallowed halls where emperors once ruled supreme.