jul 17, 1450 - Forbidden City
Description:
Stone, masonry, marble, brick, wood and ceramic tileMing Dynasty
Beijing, China
Made in 1402 after a coup d'etat. The new emperor Chengzu moved the capital to this location and began constructing this new capital. The emperor and his family resided inside the inner court while the government public sector was outside and strictly reserved for males.
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Date:
jul 17, 1450
Now
~ 575 years ago