Best time
Year-round; spring and autumn most comfortable
Entry fee
¥60 (summer), ¥40 (winter)
Student friendly
Yes
About The Forbidden City
The former Chinese imperial palace from the Ming and Qing dynasties. With 980 buildings and over 8,700 rooms, it's the world's largest palace complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A must-visit for any international student in Beijing to understand China's imperial history.