Gate
of Divine prowess (Shenwumen) is the north gate of the Forbidden City. On its tower were bells struck in the morning
and drums beaten in the evening in the old days to mark time. The empress
and imperial concubines left the palace through this gate to attend
the ceremony of starting silkworm-breeding season.
Chongzhen,
the last emperor of the Ming Dynasty, went through the Gate of Divine
prowess to the Coal Hill to hang himself in 1644.
Beijing Tour Routes Includes Forbidden City:
Photo of Forbidden City
    
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