Forbidden City Collection (page 7)

Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China
Beijing, China

A pagoda along a lake
Beijing, China

Facade of buildings, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Railing with colonnade in a building, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Facade of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Low angle view of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

High angle view of roofs of buildings, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Facade of a building, Tiananmen Gate Of Heavenly Peace, Tiananmen Square, Beijing, China

Facade of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

High angle view of the door of a building, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Low angle view of a building, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Facade of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

High section view of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

High angle view of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

High section view of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Colonnade in a building, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Aerial view of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

High angle view of a palace, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Palace in a city, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

China, Beijing, The Forbidden City, Palace of Heavenly Purity
December-2004, The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the mid-Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty

China, Beijing, The Forbidden City, Palace Museum
December-2004, The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the mid-Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty

Rooftop decoration in snow
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the mid-Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. It is located in the middle of Beijing, China and now houses the Palace Museum

Detail of ceiling, view from below
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the mid-Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. It is located in the middle of Beijing, China and now houses the Palace Museum

Bronze Vase Decoration
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the mid-Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. It is located in the middle of Beijing, China and now houses the Palace Museum

Wooden carving on door frame
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the mid-Ming Dynasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. It is located in the middle of Beijing, China and now houses the Palace Museum

Building in the Forbidden City in the evening

Forbidden City in the evening in China

Building in the Forbidden City in China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
Wooden decoration (detail)

Forbidden City, Beijing

Forbidden City, Beijing

Statuettes on roof, Beijing, China
Statuettes on roof, Forbidden City, Beijing, China. The more important the building, the more statuettes. This one has nine, and the most is ten

The Gate of Heavenly Peace

Forbidden City Entrance Bridges Sunset

Forbidden City Building Wet Floor

Forbidden City Palace Supreme Harmony Sunrise

Golden Water River Forbidden City

Sunrise Side Gate Supreme Harmony Forbidden City

Sunrise Gate Forbidden City Supreme Harmony

Forbidden City in Beijing

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China
The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China

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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.