Monday, August 9, 2010

The Forbidden City

We visited The Forbidden City--home to emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties (from 1425 to 1911).   It covers 7,800,00 square feet.  It is huge!  The last emperor lived there until 1926 (even after the dynasty had fallen).  If you haven't seen "The Last Emperor," it is a movie that I would highly recommend.

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  1. That is so cool to see you both there! You're so far away! Looks like you are already having a great time! I look forward to hearing more about your time there! John & I will check out the movie because we haven't seen it yet!

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