Why do we love the Forbidden City?

The Forbidden City is one of the most missed places to visit during the spring season of hope and life. Sadly, the much-loved tourist attraction has been temporarily closed to the public for more than 70 days due to the COVID-19 outbreak. However, despite everybody staying at home and practicing social distancing, millions of people were able to enjoy a dream-come-true virtual guided tour of this cultural relic in early April thanks to cloud live streaming. But what is it that makes the Forbidden City so irresistible?

Om Podcasten

A Thousand Whys is tailor-made for curious minds about China and the Chinese culture. This podcast offers fascinating facts about what this ancient civilization has to offer, covering a wide range of topics including history, philosophy, literature and arts, lifestyle, science, and the natural world. Subscribe to learn "what are the Chinese ways and why", for free.