Hall of Union
Hall of Union, Hall in the Forbidden City, China
The Hall of Union is an elegant rectangular building in the Inner Court.
Constructed during the Ming Dynasty, it was renovated in Qing Dynasty by Emperor Qianlong.
With its unique roof design, it is used for celebratory purposes, particularly empresses' birthdays.
Tourists can visit as part of visiting the larger Forbidden City complex.
The hall features timekeeping devices, symbolizing imperial control over time.
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