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The world's largest public square is a vast desert of paving stones at the heart of Běijīng.
The stringent security can be off-putting, but such is its iconic status, few visitors leave
Běijīng without coming here. Crowds gather, children stamp around, and tourists huddle to-
gether for the obligatory photo opportunity with the great helmsman's portrait. Get up early
and watch the dawn flag- raising ceremony, or wander by later on to see the surrounding
buildings lit up at night.
Forbidden City & Dōngchéng Central
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