About Forbidden City
Why To Book Forbidden City Beijing Tour?
- The forbidden city tour will give you a chance to explore and admire ancient architecture and culture from over 700 years.
- Witness the amazing 9000 rooms which were once the residence of the Ming and Qing imperial families.
- The forbidden city tickets will give you access to look at the amazing artifacts and paintings.
- You can explore the UNESCO world heritage, and also one of the most ancient treasures in the world.
- Stroll on the grounds of the imperial families of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
- You can visit both the outer and inner courts and witness the impressive halls and places where many weddings and coronations take place.
- With the forbidden city tickets, you can also visit the elegant gardens and take a stroll in the ornate gardens.
- You can also visit the National Museum of China, Mao's Mausoleum, and Tiananmen Square to learn more about intriguing Chinese history.
Available Forbidden City Tours
This is one of the most popular forbidden city tours, in which you get a chance to visit the world's largest city square and take a picture of the portrait of Chairman Mao. You can then head over to the Forbidden city tour, visit the imperial palace and learn more about the emperors and how they lived back in the day. Once you visit the forbidden city, you can enjoy the great wall at the Mutianyu section and enjoy the beautiful scenic view. A professional expert will guide you through the attractions and help you learn fascinating facts from the history.
Another most popular forbidden city tours, in this tour, you can immerse yourself in Chinese history and visit some of the most well-known landmarks in Beijing. You can visit the famous Tiananmen square which was known as the epicenter of many events in the past. You can also visit the most sacred, the temple of heaven, and head to the echo wall and whisper your secrets. You can then visit the summer palace which was known to be a retreat of the royal palace in summer and explore its beautiful gardens.
Explore The Forbidden City
The forbidden city tour will take you through the City Gates & Walls which were built for defense purposes. These walls are enclosed by a 10 meters defensive wall and you can also witness the watchtower at each corner of the forbidden city which is heavily guarded. The main gate is the Meridian gate which has three openings. It is said that only the emperor was allowed to enter the middle one and he would issue battle orders and imperial edicts at this place. You can explore all of the Forbidden City Gates & Walls with the help of forbidden city tickets and learn more about its history.
The outer court was mostly used for ceremonies and has three main buildings. The first building is the hall of supreme harmony which is the most important structure in the Forbidden City. This hall was used for ceremonial purposes such as coronations and weddings. The second building is the Hall of central harmony which was the resting place of the emperor before he would go attend the ceremonies. The third building is the hall of preserving harmony which was used for imperial examinations.
The inner court is the most protected area as this was the residence of the emperor and his family. The forbidden city tour will take you through the three main structures of the inner court. The first structure was called the Palace of Heavenly Purity, which was the residence of the emperor. The second structure was called the palace of union and peace and the imperial seals were stored here. The last structure is known as the Hall of Terrestrial Tranquility and this was the residence of the empress.
Facts About The Forbidden City
- The forbidden city is known to be one of the largest imperial palaces in the world and is three times the size of the Louver palace.
- The Imperial palace was home to 24 emperors for 492 years from 1410 to the year 1912.
- You can find some of the largest and most preserved ancient wooden structures in the forbidden city.
- You can find many exotic buildings in European and Arabic style architecture in the Forbidden City.
- The construction of the forbidden city started in the year 1406 and it took 14 years to build, with over 100,000 artists and craftsmen.
- You cannot find any trees in the outer court as the emperors believed that the trees overshadow the atmosphere.
- The forbidden city is built with a special design so that the birds cannot land on the palace roofs and spoil them.
Know Before You Visit Forbidden City
Essential Information (Location, Timings, Best Time To Visit)
LocationThe Forbidden City is located at 4 Jingshan Front St, Dongcheng, Beijing, China.
Timings: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays.
Best Time To VisitThe best time to go on a Forbidden city tour is in the early mornings as there is less crowd. You can visit all the sections of the forbidden city with a local guide who will tell you about the history. This time is also perfect to take amazing pictures in natural lighting.
How To Reach
*Subway: *You can get on the subway line 1 from the city and get down at the Tiananmen West at Exit B or the Tiananmen East Station at Exit B.
Bus: You can take a bus from anywhere in the city and get down at the Tiananmen East Stop. The bus numbers are 2, 82, or 120.
Car: The forbidden city is located in the heart of Beijing and you can take a taxi from the airport to reach your destination.
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FAQ
Do we need to book in advance for the Forbidden City Tour?
No, it is not necessary to book the Forbidden City Tour in advance. However, as the Forbidden City is one of the most popular tourist attractions, it is recommended to book the Forbidden city tickets in advance.
What is the minimum age required to book Forbidden City Tours?
The minimum age to purchase the Forbidden city tickets is 6 years. Children below 6 years get free admission and should always be accompanied by an adult.
Will I get discounts on booking Forbidden City Tours?
Yes, one of the main benefits of booking the Forbidden city tickets online is that you can get many offers and discounts. You can also choose from many Forbidden city tours and get the ticket according to your preference.
What is special about Forbidden City?
The Forbidden City is a UNESCO world heritage site where you can learn fascinating history about the lives of emperors. The Forbidden city is also known to have the largest collection of medieval wooden structures in the world.
What is the best time to visit Forbidden City?
The best time to visit the Forbidden City is in the early mornings. It is recommended that you reach at 8:00 AM, during the opening hours, to avoid crowds and enjoy a peaceful tour with a professional guide.