Enjoy the Peacefulness of the Temple of Heaven

In Beijing, you can marvel at the beauty of the Temple of Heaven and its large surrounding grounds. The structures are certainly some of China’s most magnificent architecture — the Imperial Vault of Heaven is a real jewel box. Built in the early part of A.D. 1400, the Temple of Heaven’s massive grounds are surrounded by a wall. The temple was originally used for sacrifices to the heavens during the Ming dynasty. For people with limited time for touring in the capital city, this is an excellent tourist stop while in Beijing.

The traffic in Beijing, like many other large Chinese cities, can be a real nightmare. Be sure to leave some margin of safety in your travel schedule.