Gate of Heavenly Peace (Tian'an Men) Beijing

North of Tian'an Men Sq, The Forbidden City, Beijing , China

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  • Impressive

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    wouttw 0 contribution Heino , Netherlands Mar 12, 2012

    Leaving the entrance of the Forbidden City you will walk past the Gate of Heavenly Peace which will lead to the square of Heavenly peace. The largest public square in the world. Very impressive to see and experience especially knowing the history behind these places. I was here in low season and it was already pretty busy so prepare for a lot of people. Security on the square is enormous, police, police in plain clothes and security checks at the entrance, no lighters allowed!

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