Temple of Heaven: Where Emperors Communed with the Gods

The Temple of Heaven is one of the most famous world cultural heritage sites in Beijing, which was built in the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty (1420) and was the place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshiped the heavens and prayed for the valley.


1. Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

The landmark building of the Temple of Heaven, the three-story circular hall with a blue tile and gold roof, symbolizes "Tianyuan D".

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2. Circular Mound Altar

In the place where ancient Chinese emperors worshiped the heavens, standing on the "Tianxin Stone" in the center and speaking will have a magical echo effect.

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3. Echo Wall

The curved walls of the Imperial Dome, where the two can clearly hear each other's whispers when they stand at the east and west ends respectively, are amazingly acoustic.

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4. Food

Peking Duck, fried sauce noodles, etc.

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The Temple of Heaven is not only an architectural marvel, but also carries ancient Chinese philosophical thoughts. contact us to start your trip to Beijing!

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