For 500 years (1420?1924), China?s “Forbidden City” served as the exclusive realm of 24 emperors?off-limits to the public, shielded by high walls, massive gates, stern guards, and a deep, wide moat. Today, that once-impenetrable palace sits in the heart of Beijing as one of the world’s most famous tourist landmarks, welcoming millions of visitors from …
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