Religious site
Temple of Heaven
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The Temple of Heaven is a masterpiece of Chinese architecture and landscape design, where emperors once prayed for bountiful harvests. The centerpiece is the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a stunning triple-eaved circular building with a deep blue roof symbolizing heaven. Visitors can walk along the raised Danbi Bridge, which connects the main structures, and see the Echo Wall, where sound carries remarkably. The surrounding park is filled with locals practicing tai chi and flying kites, adding a lively contrast to the serene temples.
Don't miss
- Stand in the center of the Circular Mound Altar to experience its acoustic properties
- Admire the intricate wooden brackets of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests
- Watch locals practice tai chi and play traditional instruments in the park
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Temple of Heaven
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inTemple of Heaven Ticket Booking4★ · 40 travelers1–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$5 per personSee dates →
Best full dayBeijing Classic Full-Day Tour including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven4.3★ · 714 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Day Tour Forbidden City Lama Temple and Temple of Heaven5★ · 28 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$7 per personSee dates →More attractions in Beijing
