The Forbidden City, a 72-hectare architectural masterpiece, was built between 1406 and 1420 by Emperor Yongle. He aimed to unify China, relocating the capital from Nanjing to Beijing and constructing the city, where the empire's administration, concubines, and eunuchs cohabitated for five centuries.
Secrets of the Forbidden City
The Forbidden City, a 72-hectare complex, was built by Emperor Yongle between 1406 and 1420 to showcase his dominance over China.
