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(Imperial Palace)

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When you first enter the city, you are in the Outer Court (Waichao) which is where the Emperor conducted official business.  

The Hall of Supreme Harmony is the largest building in the Palace, holding the golden Dragon Throne from which the emperor ruled.  The courtyard in front of the hall was used for solemn ceremonies and could hold over 90,000 people.    

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