Temple Of Heaven
Built in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty, Temple of Heaven is a complex of Taoist buildings where emperors of Ming and Qing dynasties visited for annual ceremonies of pray for good harvests. Located in the south of Central Beijing, it covers an area of 273 hectares. Temple of Heaven was enrolled as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1998.
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Temple of HeavenTemple of Heaven is a major religious site for Beijing tours. -
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Temple of HeavenVisit the Temple of Heaven in your Beijing Tour. -
Temple of HeavenEnter the golden days of Qing Dynasty, Temple of Heaven, Beijing. -
Temple of HeavenA quiet corner in the Temple of Heaven, Beijing. -
Temple of HeavenTemple of Heaven used to be an important religous place for China's emperors, and now it is a famous Beijing tourist attraction. -
Temple of HeavenYou will hear the each of times while walking in the Temple of Heaven. -
Temple of HeavenTemple of Heaven in a blue-sky background. -
Temple of HeavenChina's emperors used to pray to God in the Temple of Heaven, Beijing. -
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the Temple of Heaventhe Temple of Heaven was the place where Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties pray to Heaven for good harvest. -
the Temple of Heaventhe structures at the Temple of Heaven are mainly of Ming and Qing Dynasty styles. -
the Temple of Heaventhe Temple of Heaven is regarded as a Taoist temple. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. -
the Temple of Heaventhe Temple of Heaven was the place where the Emperor came every winter solstice to worship heaven and to solemnly pray for a good harvest. -
Temple of HeavenThe symbol of Temple of Heaven - Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest. -
Temple of HeavenMass Taichi at the Temple of Heaven. -
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Temple of HeavenA mother and her daughters visit Temple of Heaven. -
Temple of HeavenThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest -
The Temple of HeavenThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest is the best site to take the photo. -
Temple of HeavenMass Taichi at the Temple of Heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenSmile in front of the Temple of Heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenIn modern times ceremonies have of course ceased, and the Temple of Heaven has been converted into a park popular with foreigners and residents alike. -
The Temple of HeavenIn modern times ceremonies have of course ceased, and the Temple of Heaven has been converted into a park popular with foreigners and residents alike. -
The Temple of HeavenIn modern times ceremonies have of course ceased, and the Temple of Heaven has been converted into a park popular with foreigners and residents alike. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is the most popupar spot in the Temple of Heaven. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is a magnificient building. -
The Long CorridorIt is an enclosed passage connecting the Animal-Killing Pavilion, the Divine Kitchen and the Divine Warehouse. -
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The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven is attractive and draws many tourists every year. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven is attractive and draws many tourists every year. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven is a complex of Taoist buildings situated in the southeastern part of central Beijing. -
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The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, core structure of the Altar of Prayer for Grain was where the Ming and Qing emperors held ceremonies for good harvests. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, 32 meters in height, is a lofty cone-shaped structure with triple eaves, covered blue glazed tiles, and the top is crowned by a gilded ball. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThis majestic hall looks as if it was a colossus that might prop up the sky from the ground. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsHall of prayer for Good Harvests, also called Qiniandian, is a circular wooden structure in a unique architectural style. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsIt is the place where emperors came to pray for good harvests on the 15th day of the first lunar month every year. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe timber-structured hall looks both august and splendid. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe hall itself is 32 meters in height and 30 meters in diameter. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsIt was built on a three-tiered marble terrace, which is a six meters high and occupies more than 5900 square meters in area. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Temple building reflects ancient Chinese religious beliefs that imagine heaven as round and earth as square. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsHall of prayer for Good Harvests, also called Qiniandian, is a circular wooden structure in a unique architectural style. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsIt is the place where emperors came to pray for good harvests on the 15th day of the first lunar month every year. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests was built on the three-tiered marble terrace, which is a six meters high and occupies more than 5900 square meters in area. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests was built on the three-tiered marble terrace, which is a six meters high and occupies more than 5900 square meters in area. -
The Temple of HeavenA light was placed here, in harmony with the buildings. -
GateIt is a part of a gate in chinese characteristic, which is august. -
Danbi BridgeThe Danbi Bridge is a road rather than a bridge. -
Danbi BridgeThe northern part of the bridge is slightly higher than the southern part, symbolizing the ascent to heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998. -
The Danbi BridgeThe middle stone-slab path on the bridge, which is 30 meters wide, is the Divine Road and was for the exclusive use of the God of Heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven was first constructed in 1420, the 18th year of the reign of Ming emperor Yongle，and was extended and renovated during the reigns of Ming emperor Jiajing and Qing emperor Qianlong． -
The Temple of HeavenCovering an area of 273 hectares，the Temple of Heaven is the largest architectural complex in the world for rituals to pay homage to heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenIn 1918，The Temple of Heaven was turn into a park，it attracted masses of visitors from home and abroad by the grand scales． -
The Temple of HeavenWith profound cultural connotations and imposing architectural styles，the Temple of Heaven is considered a reflection of the ancient civilization of the Orient． -
The Imperial Vault of HeavenIt is indeed a masterpiece of ancient architecture of China. -
The Temple of HeavenWhen going into the Temple，a feeling of solemnity， respectfulness，holiness and quietness will well up in the mind． -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven is a cultural museum of offering sacrifices to Heaven. -
The Imperial Vault of HeavenIt was the main hall of the Celestial Treasure House of the Circular Mound Altar, housing the Gods' tablets to be used at the ceremony of worshipping Heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenWith profound cultural connotations and imposing architectural styles，the Temple of Heaven is considered a reflection of the ancient civilization of the Orient． -
The Temple of HeavenWith profound cultural connotations and imposing architectural styles，the Temple of Heaven is considered a reflection of the ancient civilization of the Orient． -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven is a cultural museum of offering sacrifices to Heaven. -
The Temple of HeavenThe triple eaves are covered with dark blue glazed tiles, which symbolize the blue sky. -
The Temple of HeavenIt is an important window through which we can learn the history of China． -
The Temple of HeavenTemple of Heaven is a cultural museum of offering sacrifices to Heaven，which merges architecture，aesthetics，acoustics，astronomy，calendar，music and dancing into an integral whole． -
The Temple of HeavenIt was the place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would worship the god of heaven and pray for good harvest. -
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Carved DragonThe Temple of Heaven is a masterpiece of architecture, even the tiny details were considered. -
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The Temple of HeavenThis is the gate around the Circular Mound Altar. -
The Circular Mound AltarThe round terrace was first covered with deep blue glazed slabs that were subsequently replaced with light green stone slabs surrounded by a white marble balustrade when it was enlarged in 1749. -
PractisingThe old in China like painting brush calligraphy with water as ink in the park. -
PractisingThe old in China like painting brush calligraphy with water as ink in the park. -
The ParkIn 1918，The Temple of Heaven was turn into a park，it attracted masses of visitors from home and abroad by the grand scales. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is a magnificent triple-gabled circular building where the Emperor prayed for good harvests. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is a magnificent triple-gabled circular building where the Emperor prayed for good harvests. -
The Imperial Vault of Heaven19.5 meters in height and 15.6 meters in diameter, the hall is a finely interlaced wooden structure with a blue tile roof crowned with a gilded sphere, looking elegant and majestic. -
Danbi BridgeThe Danbi Bridge, which is 360 meters in length and four meters high, is a raised walkway connecting the Circular Mound Altar and the Altar of Prayer for Good Harvests. -
The Circular Mound AltarConstructed in 1530, the Circular Mound Altar was popularly known as the Terrace of Worshipping Heaven. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is a magnificent triple-gabled circular building, 32 metres in diameter and 38 metres tall, built on three levels of marble stone base. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is a magnificent triple-gabled circular building where the Emperor prayed for good harvests. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThis hall is an outstanding structure of all Chinese wooden buildings. -
The Temple Of HeavenHere is the south gate of the The Temple Of Heaven . -
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The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThis majestic hall looks as if it was a colossus that might prop up the sky from the ground. -
DancingIt seems to be a mixture of ancient and morden times. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsNo beams, no crossbeams, no nails, the vault of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is solely supported by 28 massive wooden pillars and a number of bars, lathes, joints and rafters. -
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Taking ExercisesThe Temple of Heaven Park provide a good place to take exercises. -
Taking ExercisesThe Temple of Heaven Park provide a good place to take exercises. -
A Little BoyA little boy in green coat is playing his toy car. -
Tai Chi at the Temple of HeavenTai Chi is a traditional sport in China, it is good for health. -
Tai Chi at the Temple of HeavenVisitors can try to learn Tai Chi in the Temple of Heaven at first hand, it will be a great fun. -
Tai Chi at the Temple of HeavenTai Chi is a traditional sport in China, it is good for health. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, core structure of the Altar of Prayer for Grain was where the Ming and Qing emperors held ceremonies for good harvests. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsFirst built in 1420, the hall stands on a round 5.2 meter-high white marble base, which comprises three tiers. -
The Temple of HeavenThis is a row of lights placed on the ground of the Temple of Heaven. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, 32 meters in height, is a lofty cone-shaped structure with triple eaves, covered blue glazed tiles, and the top is crowned by a gilded ball. -
Tai Chi at the Temple of HevenTai chi chuan is an internal Chinese martial art often practiced for health reasons. Visitors can have a try in the Temple of Heaven. -
Taking PhotosThe Temple of Heaven is a masterpiece of architecture and many photographers love it. -
Taking PhotosMany residents take exercises in the Temple of Heaven Park, which has become a unique landscape. -
Tai Chi at the Temple of HeavenTai chi chuan can bring people health and longevity, so visitors can have a try at first hand. -
PractisingThe old in China like painting brush calligraphy with water as ink in the park. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, core structure of the Altar of Prayer for Grain was where the Ming and Qing emperors held ceremonies for good harvests. -
The Imperial Vault of HeavenIt was the main hall of the Celestial Treasure House of the Circular Mound Altar, housing the Gods' tablets to be used at the ceremony of worshipping Heaven. -
the Temple of HeavenA group of China Highlights customers take photo in front of the Temple of Heaven. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsEarth was represented by a square and Heaven by a circle; several features of the temple complex symbolize the connection of Heaven and Earth, of circle and square. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsFirst built in 1420, the hall stands on a round 5.2 meter-high white marble base, which comprises three tiers. -
The Danbi BridgeThe Danbi Bridge, which is 360 meters in length and four meters high, is a raised walkway connecting the Circular Mound Altar and the Altar of Prayer for Good Harvests. -
The Temple of HeavenThis is a gate towards the Danbi Bridge. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsHall of Prayer for Good Harvests, 32 meters in height, is a lofty cone-shaped structure. -
The Temple of HeavenTwo visitors are taking photos with strange gestures. -
The Beamless HallThe Beamless Hall, which is the main hall of the Palace of Abstinence, was built in 1420. -
The Temple of HeavenThese are some lights placed on the ground of the Temple of Heaven. -
Temple of HeavenIt is a buliding beside the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThis majestic hall looks as if it was a colossus that might prop up the sky from the ground. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsNo beams, no crossbeams, no nails, the vault of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is solely supported by 28 massive wooden pillars and a number of bars, lathes, joints and rafters. -
The Temple of HeavenThis is the south gate of the Temple of Heaven. -
The Circular Mound AltarThe Circular Mound is comprised of three round white marble terraces. Each one is edged with a marble balustrade. -
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The Temple of HeavenIn modern times ceremonies have of course ceased, and the Temple of Heaven has been converted into a park popular with foreigners and residents alike. -
The Imperial Vault of HeavenThe Imperial Vault of Heaven is a single-gabled circular building, built on a single level of marble stone base. -
The Danbi BridgeThe middle stone-slab path on the bridge, which is 30 meters wide, is the Divine Road and was for the exclusive use of the God of Heaven. -
The Danbi BridgeThe Danbi Bridge is a wide road actually. -
The Danbi BridgeThe brick-paved path on the left side was called the King’s Road and was at the disposal of the aristocrats and high-ranking officials who accompanied the emperor for the ceremony. -
The Imperial Vault of HeavenThe place was used to keep wooden tablets for worship. It is 19.5 meters high and 15.6 meters around at the base. -
The Gate towards the Danbi BridgeThe Danbi Bridge is a raised walkway connecting the Circular Mound Altar and the Altar of Prayer for Good Harvests. -
A Little BoyThe Temple of Heaven now is a popular park. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, core structure of the Altar of Prayer for Grain was where the Ming and Qing emperors held ceremonies for good harvests. -
Taiji BallThe Temple of Heaven has been converted into a park popular with residents for exercises. -
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The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestThe umbrella-like structure of three tiers stands on a six-meter-high white marble circular terrace and is 32 meters high and 24.2 meters around at the base. -
The Temple of HeavenDuring the Emperor Qianlong's reign (1736-1795), all the eaves were painted blue to follow the color of the sky. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsAll the beams and lintels of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are painted with patterns of dragon and phoenix and colorful imperial paintings, looks splendid and elegant. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsInside the hall stand 28 rare nanmu colomns, among which the inner 4 stand for four seasons, the middle 12 for 12 months. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsAll the beams and lintels of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are painted with patterns of dragon and phoenix and colorful imperial paintings, looks splendid and elegant. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsA dragon is carved into the center of the intricate ceiling and it represents supreme power and royalty. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsA number of wooden bars, laths and brackets join the entire structure together. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe four large pillars in the center are known as the Dragon Well Pillars with each pillar representing one of the four seasons. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsAll the beams and lintels of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are painted with patterns of dragon and phoenix and colorful imperial paintings, looks splendid and elegant. -
Inside of the Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsAll the beams and lintels of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are painted with patterns of dragon and phoenix and colorful imperial paintings, looks splendid and elegant. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThis hall is an outstanding structure of all Chinese wooden buildings. -
ReaderAn old man is reading on the Temple of Heawen Park bench. -
The Temple of HeavenThe base of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is comprised of three round white marble terraces. Each one is edged with a marble balustrade. -
A Little GirlThe Temple of Heaven now is a good destination in leisure time for Beijing residents. -
The Temple of HeavenThis is a kind of special gate with Chinese traditional style. -
The Temple of HeavenThis is a kind of special gate with Chinese traditional style. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThis majestic hall looks as if it was a colossus that might prop up the sky from the ground. -
Double-Circle PavilionIt is a master piece of wooden structures from ancient times. -
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The Firewood StoveBefore the ceremony of worshipping heaven began, a washed and shaved calf was put on the stove and burned with pine twigs and reeds in order to welcome the God of Heaven. -
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Tai ChiIn the Temple of Heaven, tourists can learn Tai Chi from some experts. -
The Temple of HeavenThe complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for good harvest. -
The Temple of HeavenIt is regarded as a Taoist temple, although Chinese Heaven worship, especially by the reigning monarch of the day, pre-dates Taoism. -
The Temple of HeavenIt is a row of lights placed on the ground of the Temple of Heaven. -
The Hall of Prayer for Good HarvestsThe Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, as its name, is a place where the Emperor prayed for good harvests. -
The Temple of HeavenHere is the south gate of the Temple of Heaven. -
The Circular Mound AltarThe Circular Mound Altar is an empty circular platform on three levels of marble stones, where the Emperor prayed for favorable weather. -
The Temple of HeavenThese are two buildings beside the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998. -
The Temple of HeavenThe Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven is a complex of Taoist buildings situated in the southeastern part of central Beijing.
