The palace is divided into two main sections. The southern part, which is the outer court was for holding ceremonies; while the northern one, the inner court, was used as the living quarters for the emperor and his family.

• 导游: 故宫分为两部分，南边的部分是外宫，为举行各类庆典用；北面的部分为内宫，是皇帝及家人的居住区。