We often associate Tiananmen Square with the tragic killing of hundreds of pro-democracy demonstrators in 1969. However, the history of Tiananmen Square spans centuries.
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Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China
Historic Architecture in Beijing: Tiananmen Square
By Jackie Craven, About.com Guide
Stretching across one end of the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square is the largest public gathering space in the world.
Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China
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