Temple of Heaven

About

An architectural wonder where emperors prayed for good harvests.

Why go

• A place where emperors prayed for good harvests
• Calming experience
• Peaceful atmosphere

Must try

• Hall of prayer for good harvests
• Echo wall
• Circular mound altar
• Practice tai chi
• See locals dancing

Pro tips

• Buy the combined ticket for full access
• Enter from the south gate and exit the north
• Book tickets online in advance
• Go early morning to avoid crowds
• Bring your passport for entry

Good to know

• Basic ticket doesn't include main hall
• Hall of prayer only lit up fri/sat nights
• Face scanners in restrooms to ration toilet paper

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (3297 reviews)

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