
China’s Palace Museum:
inside the forbidden world of emperors
Published: June 29, 2019
For hundreds of years, its crimson walls guarded emperors and echoed with ancient power. Then, a century ago, the gates of the Forbidden City swung open, transforming an imperial sanctuary into the world-renowned Palace Museum. As Beijing's famed institution celebrates its 100th birthday in October 2025, we invite you to revisit this Post special infographic presentation on an architectural marvel that, once forbidden to all but a select few, now stands as a vibrant testament to China’s history.