Construction of the Forbidden City

1420 CE · Pekin, Çin · cultural

In the early 15th century, during the Ming Dynasty, construction of the great palace complex known as the Forbidden City was undertaken in Beijing by order of the Yongle Emperor.

Spread over a vast area, the complex was designed as the center of imperial administration and the dynasty. It is regarded as one of the most important examples of Chinese palace architecture.

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What was Construction of the Forbidden City?
In the early 15th century, during the Ming Dynasty, construction of the great palace complex known as the Forbidden City was undertaken in Beijing by order of the Yongle Emperor.
When did Construction of the Forbidden City happen?
1420 CE
Where did Construction of the Forbidden City take place?
Pekin, Çin