Being situated in the middle of Beijing makes the Forbidden City an attractive proposition for those considering a holiday in China as staying in the area also leaves the Great Wall of China within a day-trip''s distance. Cheap hotels and affordable flights as well as transport links in and around the city make the area a pleasant one to visit. The cultural diversity and exciting cuisine also make for a good discovery. Many of the Olympics attractions will remain open after the Paralympics have finished, such as the swimming pool and its competition diving boards for a fun day out.
The Forbidden City cuts an imposing and beautiful figure out of the landscape. As soon as you enter its Meridian Gate entrance, flanked by two protruding wings, you sense that you are entering something special. The architecture is widely regarded as the best example of Chinese architecture in the world and has been the inspiration for many buildings across central Asia. As difficult to escape as to break into, the City was built to be impenetrable to any attacking forces and, as such, the walls were never breached. The outer walls are 7.9 metres high and 6.6 metres wide with guard towers at each corner. Surrounding the walls is a 6 metre deep, 52 metre wide moat. These serve as reminders that the city was built with defence in mind and make it a fascinating destination for lovers of architecture and history.
The Forbidden City is another example of China''s great ability to construct beautiful and timeless architectural wonders, encompassing Chinese style with military might. With the Great Wall of China not too far away, the Forbidden City makes Beijing a good place to visit indeed.
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