The Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, is the world’s largest and best-preserved wooden palace complex—a magnificent gateway to China’s imperial past. Sunlight dancing on its red walls and golden roofs creates breathtaking scenes that are perfect for capturing unforgettable moments. Take Subway Line 1 to Tiananmen East (Exit B) for the main Meridian Gate entrance. Be ready for security checks—have your ID or passport handy and avoid large bags or liquids. For a quieter route, use L

The Palace Museum within the Forbidden City was first established in 1925, and finds itself located in the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The museum holds paintings, calligraphy, ceramics and antiquities of the imperial collections. In 1987, it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The imperial palace is now a public museum where visitors can learn, among other things, about its past as a fortress protecting the ancient city. The imperial collections are becoming ever more