China
Forbidden City
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Welcome to Beijing! The Forbidden City was a grand palace where Chinese emperors lived, hidden away from ordinary people.
Why is it famous?
For 500 years, common people were forbidden to enter — that's how it got its name!
It housed 24 different emperors of China.
How was it built?
Over a million workers built it using wood, marble, and golden roof tiles.
It took 14 years and incredible planning to complete.
Amazing facts
It covers 180 acres — that's about 150 football fields!
It has nearly 1,000 buildings.
Quick facts
- It covers 180 acres — that's about 150 football fields!
- It has nearly 1,000 buildings.
- Golden roof tiles were reserved only for the emperor.
- It is the largest palace complex in the world.