Beijing｜The Temple of Huode Zhenjun (Fire God Temple)

#Dragon Boat Festival Good Place Tucked away in an old alley next to Shichahai, this Fire God Temple has quietly guarded Beijing for more than 1,300 years. It was first built in the sixth year of the Zhenguan Period of the Tang Dynasty (632 AD), and has been renovated many times in successive dynasties. It is one of the oldest existing Fire God Temples in Beijing. Although it is not as crowded as the big attractions, its gatehouse, painted paintings and inscriptions are full of historical atmosphere. The main deity of the temple is Huode Zhenjun, which is the legendary Zhurong. The ancients worshipped fire, prayed for peace, and prayed for peace. There are still many folk customs left. 📍Address: Dongsi North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 🎫Tickets are cheap and can be purchased on site 🚶♂️Transportation suggestions: You can visit Shichahai, Prince Gong's Mansion and other places on the way. The alleys have a unique flavor A must-visit attraction for the Dragon Boat Festival! Suitable for walking slowly, watching quietly, and reading Beijing's past in every brick and tile. #Beijing unpopular attractions #Huodezhenjun Temple #Shichahai surrounding #Beijing Hutong Tour #Historical buildings #Stories hidden in the city