- Largest wooden structure in China.
- Used for enthronements, birthdays, and banquets.
2. Hall of Central Harmony (Zhonghe Dian):
- Place of preparation and sacrifices.
- Emperor could stay overnight on his way to Hall of Supreme Harmony.
3. Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohe Dian):
- Received foreign ambassadors.
- Displayed treasures and rare objects.
4. Palace of Heavenly Purity (Qianqing Gong):
- Emperor's sleeping quarters.
- Received officials for meetings.
5. Palace of Earthly Tranquility (Kunning Gong):
- Empress's living quarters.
- Used for state affairs when emperors were absent.
6. Hall of Union and Peace (Jiaotai Dian):
- Private retreat of emperors and empresses.
- Used for banquets and entertainment.
7. Hall of Mental Cultivation (Yangxin Dian):
- Emperor's working quarters.
- Used for political discussions and paperwork.
8. Hall of Longevity (Wanshou Dian):
- Emperor's birthday and longevity celebrations.
- Empress Dowager's residence during late Qing Dynasty.
9. Hall of Imperial Supremacy (Huangji Dian):
- Emperor engaged in Taoist ceremonies.
- Held portraits of emperors and empresses.
10. Hall of Literary Glory (Wenhua Dian):
- Emperor's studies and library.
- Crown prince received education.