China, especially the city of Beijing is famous for having a good number of imperial temples. Everything including their architectural styles is unique. The Temple of Heaven is also one such temple.
Its history
Did you know that the Temple of Heaven (Tyen-tan in the local language) dates back to 1420? 1420 means the era of the Ming and Qing dynasties. This historical temple was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage in 1998.
The Temple of Heaven- today
Although the temple area was opened for the general public back in 1918, not many tourists knew the importance of it until the very recent past. But today, it’s a famous tourist attraction. You need to pay an entrance fee of 15 yuan to enjoy this experience.
Must-see elements of the temple
The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and the Circular Mound Altar are some of the must-see places inside the temple. Explore the Chinese ritual architectural designs present in each of those.
Visiting the temple
Head to visit this temple during your stay at any Beijing service apartment the likes of Citadines Ritan Beijing. Take a guided tour with a local expert if you want to know the information in detail.
