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Dynastic China The Forbidden City. Ancient China. Canals and bridges within the city. Ancient China. Ornate tile roofs. Ancient China. Ancient China. Ancient China. Detailed ceilings. Ancient China. Courtyard made famous the “The Last Emperor”. Ancient China.
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Ancient China Canals and bridges within the city.
Ancient China Detailed ceilings
Ancient China Courtyard made famous the “The Last Emperor”
Ancient China Incense burners poured smoke into the courtyards of the city during its occupation.
The crane is also the national bird of China The turtle and crane are symbols of longevity
Ancient China Evidence of the Taoist influence in the Forbidden City.
Ancient China The rear gate and moat.
http://www.siue.edu/~tlavale/beijingchina.html A bird's-eye view of the Forbidden City