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![]() Forbidden Gardens
(Sights & Activities - Museums)
23500 Franz RdKaty TX 77493 281-347-8000
Description:
KATY. Intrigued by Chinese history and culture? Want to check out a scale model of Beijing's Forbidden City in Houston? Head to this three-acre site in Katy, which presents what was the royal stronghold for 500-some years. The complex showcases a recreated Forbidden City in 1/20th scale and features miniature palaces, a terra-cotta army (6000 strong, in 1/3rd scale) dating from the third century BC, weapons and architecture rooms, the First Emperor's Tomb (Emperor Qin Shihuang), and the Lodge of the Calming of the Heart (a vacation home). Guided tours only.
Hours:
Fri-Sun 10am-5pm
Payment
Methods:
Visa,Master Card,American Express
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