Tiananmen Square

Tiān'ānmén is the large plaza near the center of Beijing, China, meaning Gate of Heavenly Peace, which sits to its north, separating it from the Forbidden City. Several key events in Chinese history took place in Tian'anmen Square. Located in the center of Tian'anmen Square, the Monument to the People's Heroes was built in 1949 in memory of martyrs who lost their lives for Chinese revolutionary struggles. Great Hall of the People (China National People's Congress Bldg) is the headquarter for national political activities.