The Forbidden City has witnessed many of China's vicissitudes since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). This centuries-old former imperial palace was once home to the Chinese emperors and their households, and served as the ceremonial and political center of the Chinese government. Covering a vast area of Beijing, the palace complex consists of thousands of rooms featuring a variety of intricate Chinese architectural styles. Declared a World Heritage Site in 1987, the Forbidden City is now home to the Palace Museum, a spectacular palace complex and renowned tourist destination that showcases the rich history, culture, art and wisdom of ancient Chinese civilization.

When people visit France, one of the must-see attractions should be the Louvre. Originally built as a castle in the late 12th century, the Louvre was rebuilt as a royal residence in the 16th century. After extensive expansion, it now forms the present-day Louvre Palace. During the French Revolution, the National Assembly decreed that the Louvre should be used as a museum to exhibit the nation's artistic masterpieces. It opened as a national art museum in 1793, displaying a range of royal collections. This renowned Paris landmark is now home to some of the most important works of Western art, including the "Mona Lisa" and the "Venus de Milo."