The Forbidden City Illustrated

Join us to unlock the secrets of the amazing Forbidden City in Beijing!

Imagine buildings made entirely of wood that are older than your great-grandparents and have stood through countless adventures! Let’s uncover how these magical palaces were built, what they were used for, and how they stayed strong against all odds.

Each chapter is a treasure trove of exciting facts and fantastic stories about the Forbidden City. You’ll discover the names of the most remarkable buildings, their unique purposes, and the colorful art that makes them so dazzling. Get set for an adventure where history comes alive, and the Forbidden City’s hidden secrets are waiting just for you!

Zhou Qian, a dual postdoctoral scholar from Beijing University of Technology and Beijing Jiaotong University, is a senior engineer at the Palace Museum and serves as an Associate Research Librarian. He currently works at the Palace Museum Research Institute, where he is engaged in the preservation of cultural relics through scientific technology and research on the cultural and artistic aspects of ancient architecture. His primary research areas include ancient architecture, seismic reinforcement of cultural relics, and vibration control.