How Long Did It Take To Build The Forbidden City
According to the official record of the Ming Dynasty, it took over 14 years (from 1406 to 1420) to complete […]
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When was Tiananmen Square built
The square at the center of Beijing has existed since 1420. But back then, it was an enclosed place exclusively
Why was The temple of Heaven built
The temple of heaven was built by emperor Zhudi to hold sacrificial ceremonies to pray for favorable weather and show
How long is the Great Wall of China
In China, “Great Wall” is often used with another word, “Wanli,” meaning 50,000 kilometers. But this is just a general
Facts about Cold Palace in Forbidden City
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How did the forbidden city get its name
The Forbidden City is a translation from the Chinese name Zijincheng, which means purple, forbidden, and city if you separate