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Forbidden City
Best time to visit
Arrive early, right at opening time at 8:30 AM, or visit in the late afternoon to escape the crowds and enjoy the golden light over the rooftops. Autumn and spring offer the most pleasant weather.
Budget tips
The ticket costs about 60 RMB in high season and 40 RMB in low season, with free entry for those under 18. Buy online in advance, as in-person sales are limited to 80,000 tickets per day.
Recommended for
History lovers, Photographers, Cultural travelers, Families
Plan your visit
3-4 hours
About
Quick facts: When you pass through the red gates, blue stone slabs clearly set the rhythm of your steps, forcing you to slow down and listen to the whisper of the old city. Golden shiny roofs are illuminated by sunlight. The complex covers nearly 720,000 square meters, with about 980 buildings and 8,704 rooms, creating a sense of grandeur.
Highlights: Along the main axis, you will notice decorative animals and colorful pictures on the roofs with repeated numbers "nine" and "five". They are not just decoration but represent a language that shows rank in every detail. On the wall of the royal garden, nine dragons can be counted. Each dragon has a unique face and poses. The color shine in sunlight changes shade from emerald green to darker blue. When you get closer, you can smell blood vessels, wood, and dust.
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