The Forbidden City, a complex full of historical precipitation, is a model of ancient Chinese palace architecture and one of the world's cultural heritages. However, do we really understand the origins of such a culturally rich building? In which year and which dynasty was the Forbidden City built?
The construction of the Forbidden City began in the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty and has a history of nearly 600 years. At that time, in order to move the capital to Beijing, Zhu Di, the ancestor of the Ming Dynasty, ordered the construction of this magnificent palace to show the prestige. It took 14 years to start construction in the fourth year of Yongle (1406) and basically complete it in the eighteenth year of Yongle (1420). Since then, a total of 14 emperors of the Ming Dynasty have lived and worked here.
During the construction of the Forbidden City, Ming Chengzu Zhu Di absorbed the architectural experience of the Nanjing Palace, and concentrated skilled craftsmen and a large number of laborers from all over the country to jointly complete this great construction project. The architectural style of the Forbidden City is unique, with a symmetrical layout on the central axis, and the building complex is large in scale and magnificent. The whole complex is divided into two parts: the outer court is the place where the emperor deals with government affairs, and the inner court is the residence of the emperor and his concubine.
The architectural style and decorative arts of the Forbidden City also have high cultural value. The roof of the palace is made of yellow glazed tiles, symbolizing the supremacy of imperial power. The dragon and phoenix patterns, stone carvings and stone carvings on the building are full of strong national characteristics and artistic atmosphere. These decorations not only beautify the appearance of the building, but also reflect the unique charm of ancient Chinese culture.
Today, the Forbidden City is one of China's most important cultural heritages, attracting thousands of visitors every year. Here, people can appreciate the magnificence and splendor of ancient Chinese architecture, and feel the long history and cultural heritage of the Chinese nation.
In short, as a treasure of Chinese history and culture, the Forbidden City not only witnessed the rise and fall of the Ming Dynasty, but also carried the glorious history of the Chinese nation. Understanding the construction period and dynasties of the Forbidden City will help us better understand and cherish this precious cultural heritage. In the days to come, we should continue to strengthen the protection and inheritance of the Forbidden City, so that this treasure of human civilization can be passed on forever.