From Imperial Palace to World Heritage: The Forbidden City’s Enduring Significance

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Architectural Design and Layout

The Forbidden City is a masterpiece of traditional Chinese palatial architecture. Its design follows ancient Chinese principles of symmetry, hierarchy, and symbolism, reflecting the central ideas of Confucianism — order, harmony, and respect for authority.

Orientation:
The palace is arranged along a north-south axis, which symbolizes the cosmic order and aligns with the traditional Chinese concept of harmony between heaven and earth.

Layout:
The complex consists of approximately 980 surviving buildings and over 8,700 rooms (historical records mention 9,999 rooms, as 10,000 was considered the number of heaven).

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Post by miniiiiiiii | Nov 2, 2025