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🏯 Experience Chinese history | Beijing, Palace Museum, Forbidden City

📍Access Located in the center of Beijing, north of Tiananmen Square. Nearest station: Tiananmen East Station or Tiananmen West Station on Subway Line 1, a 5-10 minute walk away. Buses and taxis are also available, making this a central tourist spot in Beijing. 🕒Opening Hours 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:00 PM) Closed Mondays (open on public holidays, closed the following day) To avoid the crowds, we recommend visiting immediately after opening. 🌟Highlights & Attractions • This magnificent palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties features approximately 8,700 rooms. • The vibrant gold leaf, red, and yellow decorations, and historical exhibits are breathtaking. • Major buildings such as the Taihe Hall and Qianqing Palace are also photogenic. 💡Tip & Caution • We recommend purchasing tickets online in advance! (Reservations are essential during peak periods.) - The sun is strong in the summer and cold in the winter, so prepare appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. - The grounds are large, so we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. Allow about 3 hours! #PalaceMuseum #TheForbiddenCity #BeijingTourism #BeijingTravel #ChinaTravel #HistoricalSpots #ChinaTravel #ForbiddenCity #CulturalHeritage #PhotogenicSpots #BeijingTrip #ForbiddenCityBeijing
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