Forbidden City Collection (page 8)

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

The Forbidden City In Beijing, China
Lying at the center of Beijing, the Forbidden City, called Gu Gong in Chinese, was the imperial palace for twenty-four emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties

Roof of Forbidden City, Beijing, China

Forbidden City in Beijing, China

Temple of Heaven at Twilight, Beijing China
In winter with snow. Wikipedia: The Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven is a complex of religious buildings situated in the southeastern part of central Beijing

The Forbidden City, Winter
Taken at Jingshan, Beijing after snowing

The Forbidden City at night
View of the watchtower of the Forbidden City before dawn

Forbidden City
Beijing Forbidden City

China, Beijing, Forbidden City at sunset
Corner tower and the walls surrounded by water at sunset, Forbidden City, Beijing, , China

Beijing night with the Forbidden City in the center

The Forbidden City, Beijing
Corner tower and the walls surrounded by water, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

The Forbidden City, Beijing
Corner tower and the walls surrounded by water, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

The Forbidden City, Beijing
Corner tower and the walls surrounded by water, Forbidden City, Beijing, China

The Forbidden City, Beijing

The Forbidden City, Beijing

The Forbidden City, Beijing

The Forbidden City, Beijing

Beijing dusk with the Forbidden City in the center

The Forbidden City, Beijing

The Forbidden City, Beijing

The Forbidden City, Beijing

Rooftops, Forbidden City, Beijing, China, Asia

Forbidden City, China, Beijing, Asia

Bronze Chinese lion (female) guards the entry to the palace buildings, Forbidden City, Beijing, China, Asia

Scene in the outer courtyard of the Forbidden City, Peking, China, on the return of Emperor K ang Hsi from his
CHINA: FORBIDDEN CITY. Scene in the outer courtyard of the Forbidden City, Peking, China, on the return of Emperor K ang Hsi from his inspection tour in the lower Yangtze River basin in 1689

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Gu Gong, Gilded bronze elephant sculpture
China - Beijing - Forbidden City (Gu Gong, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1987, 2004), 15th century. Gilded bronze elephant sculpture

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Gu Gong, Gilded bronze lion sculpture at Gate of Celestial Purity, Quianquing
China - Beijing - Forbidden City (Gu Gong, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1987, 2004), 15th century. Gilded bronze lion sculpture at the Gate of Celestial Purity (Quianquing)

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Gu Gong, Detail of roof
China - Beijing - Forbidden City (Gu Gong, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1987, 2004), 15th century. Detail of a roof

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven (Tian Tan) UNESCO World Heritage Site, chinese culture

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven (Tian Tan)
China - Beijing - Temple of Heaven (Tian Tan) - UNESCO World Heritage List, 1998

China, Beijing, Forbidden City (Gu Gong), Imperial Palace, Gate of Heavenly Purity, statue UNESCO World Heritage Site, chinese culture

China - Beijing. Forbidden City. Golden Water River at Imperial Palace (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1987)
China - Beijing. Forbidden City. Imperial Palace (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1987). Golden Water River

China, Beijing, Forbidden City (Gu Gong), Imperial Palace, 15th century UNESCO World Heritage Site, chinese culture

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Imperial Palace UNESCO World Heritage Site, chinese culture

China, Beijing, Forbidden City, Imperial Garden, imperial lions head on wall, detail

snow covered Forbidden City Palace Museum Unesco World Heritage Site Beijing China

a Huabiao statue infront of the Forbidden City Beijing China

a Huabiao statue under an arch of the Gate of Heavenly Peace between the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square Beijing China

Asia, China, Beijing, Forbidden City. Bronze lion guard

Asia, China, Beijing. A marble sundial keeps time on sunny days in the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, Beijing, China

Asia, China, Beijing. The inner buildings of the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, are protected by their stacked tiled roofs, Beijing, China

Asia, China, Beijing. These ornate roof lines jut into a deep blue sky, Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, Beijing, China

Asia, China, Beijing. A detail of a sharp claw and pomegranate belongs to a Forbidden Citys bronze lion, in the World Heritage Site in Beijing, China

Asia, China, Beijing. A bronze statue of a lion with his paw on a pomegranate guards the Imperial Palace in Beijings Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site in China

Asia, China, Beijing. A statue of a powerfully-built lion guards the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, Beijing, China

Asia, China, Beijing. This turtles profile has the attributes of a gargoyle, and resides in the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, Beijing, China

Asia, China, Beijing. A metal statue of a turtle sits on a baluster cap in the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, 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.