Tens of thousands flock to China's Palace Museum on 100th anniversary
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Tens of thousands of tourists lined up Friday to visit China's Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City, as it marks 100 years since its founding. Built in the early 15th century, the Forbidden City in Beijing only opened to the public in 1925.
Breakdown
- The Forbidden City, once home to Chinese emperors, marks 100 years since opening to the public. 15s
- Visiting the site was once impossible for ordinary people, but now about 40,000 visit daily. 36s
- Special exhibitions were held for the centenary, attracting large crowds. 47s
- The Forbidden City remains a source of national pride and is seen as central to understanding China's history. 57s
- The site symbolizes China's historical and growing international significance. 1m 29s