The Forbidden City is not only a palace, but also a piece of Chinese history
The Forbidden City, also known as the Forbidden City, is the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and is also the largest and most complete ancient palace complex in the world. It not only shows the splendor of ancient Chinese architecture and the luxury of emperors, but also witnesses the rise and fall and changes of Chinese history. Here, you can feel the charm of traditional Chinese culture, and you can also learn about the story of Chinese history. This article will introduce you to the historical evolution, scale and layout of the Forbidden City, the introduction of scenic spots and the precautions for visiting, hoping to give you a comprehensive and profound understanding of the Forbidden City.
The historical evolution of the Forbidden City can be divided into four stages: the Ming Dynasty, the Qing Dynasty, ** and today's Forbidden City. The Ming Dynasty was the founder of the Forbidden City, and Ming Chengzu Zhu Di ordered the construction of the palace in Beijing in 1406, which lasted 14 years and was completed in 1420. A total of 14 emperors of the Ming Dynasty lived in the Forbidden City, but the Forbidden City also experienced many fires and wars. The Qing Dynasty was the successor of the Forbidden City, and after the Qing army entered the customs, they moved into the Forbidden City in 1644. A total of 10 emperors of the Qing Dynasty lived in the Forbidden City, among which Qianlong was the most active in the maintenance and renovation of the Forbidden City, which brought the Forbidden City to its heyday. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, the Forbidden City suffered decay and loss. * A transformer of the Forbidden City, after the Xinhai Revolution in 1911, the last emperor Pu Yi abdicated, but remained in the inner court of the Forbidden City until he was expelled by Feng Yuxiang in 1924. In 1925, the Palace Museum was established, and the Palace Museum was officially opened to the outside world as a cultural heritage. Today, the Forbidden City is the successor and innovator of the Forbidden City, after the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Palace Museum has been vigorously protected and developed, so that the Forbidden City has regained its vitality and vitality. The Palace Museum is listed as a national key cultural relics protection unit and a world cultural heritage, and is also one of the most visited museums in the world.
The scale and layout of the Forbidden City reflect the ancient Chinese idea of the unity of heaven and man and the feudal hierarchy. The Forbidden City is located on the central axis of Beijing, backed by Jingshan Mountain, facing the rising sun, symmetrical and magnificent. The Forbidden City consists of tall city walls, wide moats and numerous palaces, with more than 90 large and small courtyards and 980 houses. The palace in the Forbidden City consists of two parts: the former court and the back court. The former dynasty was the place where the emperor held ceremonies and summoned ministers, and it was the most magnificent and gorgeous. The center of the former dynasty is the Taihe Palace, which is the largest and tallest building in the Forbidden City and a representative work of ancient Chinese architecture. On the square in front of the Taihe Palace, there are five big tripods, symbolizing the five elements and also symbolizing the power of the emperor. The Zhonghe Hall and the Baohe Hall behind the Taihe Hall are respectively the resting places for the emperor to enter and exit the Taihe Hall and the places to receive foreign envoys. In the two wings of the previous dynasty, there are Donghua Hall and Wuying Hall, which are the places where the emperor deals with government affairs and worships the gods of Wugui. The Houting was the living area of the emperor and the concubines, and it was relatively low-key and introverted. The center of the Houyuan is the Qianqing Palace, which is the emperor's dormitory and the place where the emperor handles daily government affairs. The Jiaotai Palace and Kunning Palace behind the Qianqing Palace are the bedrooms of the queen and the imperial concubine respectively. The two wings of the back court, there are six palaces in the east and west, which are the residences of the concubines and princes. At the northernmost point of the Hou Court is the Imperial Garden, where the emperor and his concubines recreation. There are many pavilions and pavilions in the Imperial Garden, the most famous of which are the Nine Dragon Wall and Wanshou Mountain. The entire Forbidden City, from the emperor to the servants, has its own place, with a clear division of labor and strict hierarchies.
The introduction of the scenic area of the Forbidden City can be divided into four parts: Wumen Square, Qianchao District, Houting District and Imperial Garden Area. Wumen Square is the square in front of the Forbidden City, the front hall of the Forbidden City, and the façade of the Forbidden City. There is the Jinshui River on the Wumen Square, and there are five stone bridges on the river, representing the emperor, the empress, the prince, the civil and military officials and the common people. At the southern end of Wumen Square is Tiananmen Square, the symbol of Beijing and the symbol of China. There is a portrait of *** hanging on Tiananmen Square, with "Long live the People's Republic of China" and "Long live the great unity of the people of the world" written on both sides. Tiananmen Square is the largest city square in China and a square for the Chinese. Here, you can see the flag-raising ceremony and also visit the *** Memorial Hall, the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China. The Qianchao District is the southern area of the Forbidden City, the core area of the Forbidden City, and the essence area of the Forbidden City. Here, you can see the palace buildings such as the Taihe Palace, the Zhonghe Palace, the Baohe Palace, the Donghua Palace, and the Wuying Palace, and you can also enjoy the cultural relics and treasures of the Forbidden City.
The Imperial Garden District is the northern area of the Forbidden City, the backyard of the Forbidden City, and the leisure area of the Forbidden City. Here, you can see the Nine Dragon Wall, Wanshou Mountain, Imperial Garden, Qionghua Island, Shenwu Gate and other scenic spots, and you can also enjoy the garden art of the Forbidden City, such as rockeries, pools, flowers, bonsai, pavilions, corridors, etc. A major feature of the Forbidden City is the Nine Dragon Wall, which is a wall made of colored glazed bricks with nine dragons carved on it, representing the emperor's nine sons. The colors and shapes of the Nine Dragon Walls are very gorgeous, which is a highlight of the Forbidden City. Wanshou Mountain, the highest point of the Forbidden City, is an artificially piled hill with a stupa on it, and was the place where the Qing Dynasty emperors worshiped Buddhism. There is also an iron pavilion on Wanshou Mountain, which is the place where the Qing Dynasty emperor hid books. From Wanshou Mountain, you can overlook the entire Forbidden City, as well as the scenery of Beijing City. The Imperial Garden is a garden in the Forbidden City, where the emperor and his concubines recreation. There are many flowers and bonsai in the garden, and the four seasons change their appearance. There is also a stage in the imperial garden, which is the place where the emperor and the concubine ** opera. At the northern end of the Imperial Garden, there is a Qionghua Island, which is a small man-made island with a white pagoda on it, which is the place where the emperor of the Ming Dynasty worshiped Taoism. Around Qionghua Island, there is an artificially dug river, and there is a stone bridge on the river, which is the exit of the Forbidden City. Shenwu Gate is the north gate of the Forbidden City, and it is also the main gate of the Forbidden City, where the emperor enters and exits the Forbidden City. There is a plaque on the Shenwu Gate, on which are written the three big characters of "Shenwu Gate", which is written by the emperor of the Ming Dynasty himself, which means "the holy and martial door". On both sides of the Shenwu Gate, there are two stone lions, which represent the majesty and benevolence of the emperor respectively.
The precautions for visiting the Forbidden City are as follows: First, tickets must be purchased in advance, and the Palace Museum implements an online reservation system, with a daily limit of 80,000 people, and does not accept on-site ticket purchases. Second, it is necessary to comply with the regulations, the Palace Museum prohibits the carrying of flammable and explosive materials, sharp objects, pets, etc., and also prohibits smoking, eating, drinking, climbing, graffiti, etc. The third is to pay attention to safety, there are many precious cultural relics and buildings in the Palace Museum, we must be careful not to collide or damage, and also pay attention to fire prevention and theft. Fourth, we should respect culture, the Palace Museum is a national treasure of China and a heritage of the world, we should visit with a civilized attitude, do not take pictures or make noise at will, and do not make disrespectful comments or behaviors on cultural relics or buildings. Fifth, we should arrange time reasonably, the area of the Palace Museum is very large, there are many scenic spots, we should choose the appropriate route and speed according to our own interests and physical strength, do not be greedy for more, and do not rush to see the flowers.
In short, the Forbidden City is a rare historical and cultural treasure house, and it is also a tourist attraction worth visiting. In the Forbidden City, you can feel the splendor and glory of ancient China, and you can also learn about the changes and development of Chinese history. The Forbidden City is not only a palace, but also a piece of Chinese historyI hope you can have a pleasant and meaningful visit to the Forbidden City. This is the article I wrote for you to explain the words of the Forbidden City tour guide, I hope you can like it. If you have any other questions or needs, feel free to chat with me and I will do my best to help you. Thank you for your attention and support, and have a great day. Looking forward to communicating with you again.