Step into history at Beijing’s Forbidden City, where 600-year-old wooden structures still stand tall! 🌍 Our Housed in Tradition series kicks off with this architectural marvel that’s survived fires, wars, and time itself – thanks to generations of preservation heroes.
Built to Last
Completed in 1420 after 14 years of round-the-clock work, this Ming Dynasty masterpiece once housed 24 emperors. Today, its 72 hectares and 9,999 rooms (yes, seriously!) showcase China’s next-level craftsmanship using interlocking brackets instead of nails. 🔨 No wonder it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Preservation Nerds Unite! 🔍
From color-restoring chemists to timber experts fighting termites, teams use ancient techniques + cutting-edge tech to protect these buildings. Pro tip: The iconic yellow roof tiles? They’re replaced every 100 years using exactly the same methods as six centuries ago!
CGTN’s Qi Jietakes us behind the scenes, proving that preserving history isn’t about freezing time – it’s about keeping stories alive for future generations.
Stay tuned as our series explores more hidden gems where tradition meets modern life! 🚀
