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About Forbidden City
The Forbidden City is located in the center of Beijing and is the largest and most famous palace complex in China. It was built in the early 15th century (during the Ming dynasty) and served as the main residence of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for more than 500 years. Today it is the Palace Museum, which houses collections of imperial artworks, clothing, porcelain, bronze objects, and documents.
Epochs of the Forbidden City
1420
Construction Completed
Built under the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, marking the beginning of its legacy as the imperial seat.
Built under the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, marking the beginning of its legacy as the imperial seat.
1644
Ming-Qing Transition
The Qing army entered Beijing; the Forbidden City continued as the imperial palace for another 268 years.
The Qing army entered Beijing; the Forbidden City continued as the imperial palace for another 268 years.
1912
End of Empire
Puyi, the last Emperor of China, abdicated the throne, ending over 2000 years of imperial rule.
Puyi, the last Emperor of China, abdicated the throne, ending over 2000 years of imperial rule.
1925
Palace Museum
The Forbidden City officially became the Palace Museum, opening its gates and treasures to the public.
The Forbidden City officially became the Palace Museum, opening its gates and treasures to the public.
1987
UNESCO Heritage
Recognized globally as a World Heritage Site for its unparalleled Chinese palatial architecture.
Recognized globally as a World Heritage Site for its unparalleled Chinese palatial architecture.
2020
600-Year Anniversary
The Forbidden City celebrated 600 years of history, reaffirming its role as a living cultural museum.
The Forbidden City celebrated 600 years of history, reaffirming its role as a living cultural museum.
Gallery
Corner Tower角楼
The most intricate wooden structure atop the palace walls.紫禁城城墙上最精巧的木结构建筑。
Hall of Supreme Harmony太和殿
The highest rank of palace architecture.紫禁城内等级最高的宫殿。
Golden Glazed Tiles金瓦琉璃
Yellow glazed tiles reserved for imperial use.黃色琉璃瓦为皇家专属。
Imperial Garden御花园
A tranquil garden at the northern tip of the palace.紫禁城最北端的幽静宫苑。
Meridian Gate午门
The grand southern entrance.紫禁城南端的庄严入口。
Palace of Heavenly Purity乾清宫
Ming & Qing emperors' residence.明清帝王正寝。
Hall of Mental Cultivation养心殿
The working residence of Qing emperors.清代帝王处理政务。
Gate of Divine Prowess神武门
The northern exit facing Jingshan.紫禁城北门。
Heart of Imperial Beijing
The Forbidden City covers an area of 72 hectares, with more than 980 surviving buildings arranged symmetrically along a north-south axis. Surrounded by a moat and 10-meter-high walls, it served as both a residence and a political and ceremonial center. The complex is divided into the Outer Court for state ceremonies and the Inner Court for the imperial family's private life. In 1987, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, the Palace Museum receives millions of visitors annually and houses over 1.8 million artifacts. Restoration efforts continue to preserve its historical and artistic legacy.
Recommended Route
Meridian Gate
The grand southern entrance where your imperial journey begins.
Hall of Supreme Harmony
The heart of the Outer Court, used for state ceremonies.
Palace of Heavenly Purity
The gateway to the Inner Court and the Emperor's residence.
Imperial Garden
A serene classical Chinese garden leading to the north exit.
Artifacts of the Week
Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
The Jadeite Cabbage
Carved from a single piece of jadeite, this masterpiece utilizes the natural colors of the stone to represent a cabbage with a locust and katydid, symbolizing purity and fertility.
Qing Dynasty, 1739
Gold Chalice of Eternal Stability
Exquisitely inlaid with pearls, rubies, and sapphires, this chalice was used by the Qianlong Emperor during the ceremonial writing of the first character of the New Year.
Ming Dynasty, 15th Century
Blue and White Porcelain Flask
A magnificent piece from the Yongle reign, featuring vibrant cobalt blue glaze and majestic dragon motifs, representing the peak of Ming dynasty porcelain artistry.
关于紫禁城
紫禁城位于北京市中心，是中国最大和最著名的宫殿建筑群。它建于15世纪初期（明朝时代），曾是明、清两代皇帝的主要住所，历时五百多年。如今已成为故宫博物院，收藏着大量帝王艺术作品、服饰、瓷器、青铜器历史文献。
紫禁城历史纪年
1420
紫禁城落成
由明成祖朱棣下令建造完工，正式成为明清两代皇帝的政治中心和居住之所。
由明成祖朱棣下令建造完工，正式成为明清两代皇帝的政治中心和居住之所。
1644
明清交替
清军入关，紫禁城继续作为皇家宫殿，承载了又268年的帝国记忆。
清军入关，紫禁城继续作为皇家宫殿，承载了又268年的帝国记忆。
1912
帝制终结
中国最后一位皇帝溥仪宣布退位，两千多年的封建帝制正式结束。
中国最后一位皇帝溥仪宣布退位，两千多年的封建帝制正式结束。
1925
故宫博物院成立
紫禁城正式对外开放，更名为故宫博物院，皇家珍宝首次向公众展示。
紫禁城正式对外开放，更名为故宫博物院，皇家珍宝首次向公众展示。
1987
入选世界遗产
因其无与伦比的中国宫殿建筑艺术历史价值，被联合国教科文组织列入世界遗产名录。
因其无与伦比的中国宫殿建筑艺术历史价值，被联合国教科文组织列入世界遗产名录。
2020
建成600年
紫禁城迎来600周年纪念，再一次向世界展现其作为活博物馆的深远意义。
紫禁城迎来600周年纪念，再一次向世界展现其作为活博物馆的深远意义。
图库
Corner Tower角楼
The most intricate wooden structure atop the palace walls.紫禁城城墙上最精巧的木结构建筑。
Hall of Supreme Harmony太和殿
The highest rank of palace architecture.紫禁城内等级最高的宫殿。
Golden Glazed Tiles金瓦琉璃
Yellow glazed tiles reserved for imperial use.黃色琉璃瓦为皇家专属。
Imperial Garden御花园
A tranquil garden at the northern tip of the palace.紫禁城最北端的幽静宫苑。
Meridian Gate午门
The grand southern entrance.紫禁城南端的庄严入口。
Palace of Heavenly Purity乾清宫
Ming & Qing emperors' residence.明清帝王正寝。
Hall of Mental Cultivation养心殿
The working residence of Qing emperors.清代帝王处理政务。
Gate of Divine Prowess神武门
The northern exit facing Jingshan.紫禁城北门。
帝都的心脏
紫禁城占地面积72公顷保留下来的建筑有980余座，沿南北中轴线对称排列。被护城河和10米高的城墙环绕，既是皇帝的住所，也是进行国家政治和宗教活的场所。建筑群分为外朝和内廷两部分，分别用于国家大事和皇帝的私人生活。1987年被联合国教科文组织列为世界文化遗产。如今故宫博物院每年吸引百万游客来此参观，馆藏文物超过180万件，修复工作仍在持续进行中。
推荐参观路线
午门
宏伟的南面正门，您皇家之旅的起点。
太和殿
外朝的核心，明清皇帝举行国家大典的场所。
乾清宫
内廷的正门，曾是皇帝的日常居住和理政之处。
御花园
宁静的古典中式园林，通向北门（神武门）出口。
本周文物
清代，19世纪
翠玉白菜
由一块半白半绿的翠玉雕刻而成，巧妙利用玉石天然色彩，菜叶上还雕有螽斯和蝗虫，寓意纯洁与多子多孙。
清代，1739年
金瓯永固杯
杯身镶嵌珍珠、红宝石与蓝宝石，做工精美，是乾隆皇帝在每年元旦举行开笔仪式时专用的酒杯，寓意江山永固。
明代，15世纪
青花龙纹扁壶
永乐时期的青花瓷杰作，采用进口苏麻离青料烧制，呈现出深邃的钴蓝色，壶身绘有生动威武的苍龙图案。
Open Areas of the Palace 故宫博物院开放区域
An official overview of all halls, courtyards, and gates open to visitors — from the Meridian Gate in the south to the Gate of Divine Prowess in the north. 官方全园导览图——从南午门到北神武门，涵盖中路、东路、西路所有对游客开放的宫殿、庭院与门楼。
Click the map to enlarge. Official Palace Museum open-area map, last revised 2025. 点击图片可放大查看。故宫博物院官方开放区域导览图，2025 最新版本。
