太和门

Unclaimed

Definitely imperial! You will need your passport to visit the Palace.

Part of the forbidden city, the center Court, the place is also divide into left and right court. A huge place requires a whole day visit just to this area. Recommend to do it as separate plan than visiting the China museum or looking aroundZhongshan Park （South Gate）.

We combined Tianeman Square and the forbidden City in a day and certainly covered some ground. We started in the Square which is most notable for it's size. The walk through Mau's Mausaleum had a significant line and is only open from 8am to midday. Great photo opportunities from the square to the palace. Once you enter the palace, be prepared to be approached by art students for tours. Fairly easy to avoid. Immediately upon entry, take the gate tower tour and put yourself in the shoes of Mau gazing down upon the millions in the square. Some great AV interpretation with ceremonial footage from the past.

This is so huge that you appreciate every single step you put your feet on this amazing palace. Very crowded both among local and foreign tourists.

This is the gate where you start to get a sense of the magnificence of the Forbidden City. Beyond this gate prepare to be awestruck.