Domicile of dynasties

We're looking at a quiet corner of one of the world's most visited tourist destinations—the Forbidden City in Beijing. This former imperial palace in China's capital city receives over 16 million visitors every year, making it the most visited UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 15th century, the Forbidden City was home to 24 emperors, including the last emperor of China, who abdicated in 1912. The vast palace complex was the seat of power for these emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties, and within the city there are hundreds of buildings and nearly 10,000 rooms, housing a remarkable collection of art and artifacts.