Tian'anmen Square

Tian'anmen Square is the largest square in the world and the top scenic spots in Beijing, covering 440,000 square meters in total and able to accommodate 1 million people. Tian'anmen Square witnessed some significant historical events, as well as many democracy meetings and demonstrations. On the north of the square is the Tian'anmen Gate Tower. Standing in the center of it is the Monument to the People's Heroes. To the west and east respectively is the Great Hall of the People and Chinese National Museum. Sitting in the south is the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall and the Qianmen Gate.

On the north side of Tian'anmen Square is Tian'anmen Gate. Built in 1415, the Tian'anmen Gate was originally the main entrance to royal city in Ming and Qing Dynasty. Whenever there are major festivals, like going on an expedition or conducting marriages, emperors will proceed from this gate. The gate tower is where emperors issue the edicts.

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