Why Was the Forbidden City Built?

The Forbidden City was built on the orders of Emperor Yongle. Its purpose was to consolidate his imperial power and protect his own security. Read on to see the story behind it.

China: The Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian), The Forbidden City (Zijin Cheng), Beijing. The Forbidden City, built between 1406 and 1420, served for 500 years (until the end of the imperial era

The Forbidden City: one of the world's largest imperial palaces

The Forbidden City, built between 1406 and 1420, served for 500 years (until the end of the imperial era in 1911) as the seat of all power in China, the throne of

Forbidden City

What Was The Forbidden City and Why Was It Built?

The Forbidden City

Shenwumen Gate of Divine Prowess at the Forbidden City in Beijing, China Editorial Photography - Image of palace, garden: 185101867

Epic LEGO Forbidden City uses over 80,000 bricks and took over 700 hours to design & build! - The Brothers Brick

First #DTour Day in Beijing China: Forbidden City [pics & video] – CHICAGONISTA

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