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Forbidden City 3D

Forbidden City

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.

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.