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Forbidden City South to North Route: Skip the Crowds and See More

Forbidden City South to North Route: Skip the Crowds and See More

Lei Li · 21 Jul 2026

Planning a visit to the Forbidden City? The south to north route is the classic way, but most guides leave out the traps. From ticket booking hacks to timing tricks, here's everything you need to walk from Meridian Gate to Spirit Gate without losing your mind.

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