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Mosted Asked Questions about Forbidden City

Where is the Forbidden City?

The Forbidden City is located in the center of Beijing's central axis. You can exit from exit b of Tiananmen east metro station of Beijing Metro Line 1, walk westward along the passenger flow to Tian'anmen Square, and then enter the Forbidden City through Tian'anmen Square.

Is the Forbidden city busy every day? Do I need to book tickets in advance?

The Forbidden city is one of the most popular scenic spots in the urban area of Beijing. The number of visitors per day is about 40000, and 60000 is the maximum. If you travel to the Forbidden city on weekdays, you can choose to leave early and buy tickets at the Wumen Gate. If you choose to go on weekends or holidays, please make sure to buy tickets 1-3 days in advance. Usually, you can book tickets on the official website or through us. For more information, please email to: [email protected]

How long does it take to visit the Forbidden city?

The Forbidden City is the largest and most Collectible Museum in China, and most areas are not fully open. For the first time visitors to the Forbidden City, it usually takes 3-4 hours. There are many house and palace open in the tourist area, if you are interested in the history and culture of the Forbidden City, you can spend more time in each palace.

How much cost for the Forbidden city tickets? Any discount for children?

The entrance fee for Forbidden city is CNY60 for peak season (April.1 - Oct.31), CNY40 for low season (Nov.1 - Mar.31). It also has discount price for children, half price for children who under 1.2m; If they are study in China, you can get the discount price with student ID Card.

How to get to the Forbidden city by the public transportation, we are stay in our hotel?

By bus: The Forbidden city is located in the center of Beijing. There are many direct buses in the city. Before departure, you can check the bus to the Forbidden City according to the location of your hotel,or ask the front desk of your hotel. 

By metro: The metro near the Forbidden city include: Line 1, Line 4, Daxing line, Line 5, Line 6, and Line 8. You can check the route to the Forbidden city according to your location and choose the nearest metro station.

By taxi: Take a taxi from your hotel, charge by meters.


Why is it called the "Forbidden City"?

In ancient astronomy, the ancients divided the sky into three regions: Taiwei, Ziwei and Tianshi. Ziwei, also known as "Purple Palace" and "Purple Mansion", has the highest status. In the past, the Palace Museum was only open to the emperor and all members of the royal family, and civilians could not enter. The emperor's status was as supreme as the God in heaven, so that the walls of the Forbidden City were all dyed purple, which was more noble and dignified than gold and silver. So the Forbidden City is also called the Forbidden City.

When was the Forbidden City built?

The Forbidden City was built in 1406 and completed in 1420, which is the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, tooks 14 years. In ancient times, the Forbidden City was also called the "Purple Palace". Its chief source was based on the Nanjing Palace Museum, which was the Royal Palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

How big is the Forbidden City?

The Forbidden City has three main halls: Taihe hall, Zhonghe hall and Baohe hall. It covers an area of 720000 square meters, with a construction area of about 150000 square meters. There are more than 70 various palaces and more than 9000 houses. Beijing Forbidden City is one of the largest and best preserved ancient wooden structures in the world.

What to see in Forbidden city?

Forbidden City is one of the largest and best preserved ancient wooden structures in the world. You will see the various magnificent palaces, splendid halls, grand towers, wonderful pavilions and beautiful belvederes. Almost every corner is worth exploring. In addition, some precious collections will be displayed from time to time.

Could we take the pictures in the Forbidden City?

You can take photos during the tour, but it should be noted that the flash lights must be turned off when taking pictures in the palace and other rooms.

I'm planning to visit the Temple of Heaven by myself, could you advise some visiting route?

Temple of Heaven is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Beijing city. Normally, visitors will get into the park from the south Gate. Walking straight to the Circular Mound Altar where the Heaven Sacrifice Ceremony was held. Then, continue your visit to the Imperial Vault of Heaven, where the well-known Echo Wall challenges you for a try. Next, go straight through the Imperial Walkway Bridge, you will get to the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. At last, exit from the east gate of the Temple of Heaven.

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