During China's Ming Dynasty, only government officials and royalty were granted access to the Forbidden City, a sprawling palace complex commissioned by the emperor in the early 15th century. Aptly named and built with strict adherence to feng shui, the walled residence was home to majestic halls, tranquil gardens and political plots galore. Today the Forbidden City sits inside modern Beijing, opening its gates to all manner of visitors in the bustling capital city. Six centuries after it was constructed as an imperial stronghold, the site now hosts more rowdy tourists than royalty. The royal perks, however, persist. As heavy rains hit Beijing last week, making shallow rivers out of busy streets, ...
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