Who Built the Forbidden City?

The Imperial Palace of the Ming & Qing Dynasties

The Forbidden City in Beijing was commissioned by the Yongle Emperor of the Ming dynasty. Construction began in 1406 and was completed in 1420, employing over a million workers.

For nearly 500 years, it served as the political and ceremonial center of China, housing 24 emperors and their households. Today, it stands as the Palace Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's most visited cultural attractions.