[2025 Beijing Attraction] Travel Guide for Imperial Ancestral Temple (Updated Jul)

Be a Qing Dynasty “Guifei” (Imperial Concubine) and live out your imperial fantasy in the heart of Beijing. Here’s your ULTIMATE guide: ✨ 💡Fun fact: This Qing Dynasty costume is called “Qizhuang” the traditional attire of Manchu noblewomen ✅ Color Tips for the Royal Look: For an authentic, regal appearance, consider these shades: - 💛 Imperial Yellow / Gold: Bold and eye-catching — traditionally reserved for the Empress - 💜 Purple: Elegant and dignified — worn only by the Imperial Noble Consort (second only to the Empress) - ❤️ Deep Red (Crimson): Worn by high-ranking consorts; Classic, powerful, and striking - 💙 Royal Blue: Worn by high-ranking consorts; graceful and noble 🎀 Hairstyle Tips: - The classic noblewoman hairstyle = “Liangbatou” (兩把頭) ⚠️ Want something more majestic? Try the “Dianzitou” (钿子头) (This is the style featured above) 💎 Accessories to Complete the Look: (Studios will provide them) - Nail Caps - Earrings (for accuracy: 3 per ear) - Chaozhu (Court Necklace) - Flower Pot Shoes (Note: These are hard to walk in — bring white sneakers for comfort between photos!) 📸 Pro Tip: Keep props (e.g fan) minimal or skip them altogether for a more authentic and elegant result! 📍 Photoshoot Location: Imperial Ancestral Temple 🛕 - Just outside the Forbidden City! 🎟️ Entry Fee: 2 RMB ⏰ Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM ✅ Commercial photography is ALLOWED here! ⚠️ This temple mirrors the Forbidden City's architecture, making it the perfect backdrop for your imperial photoshoot 📸 Other Popular Spots: - Temple of Heaven - Summer Palace - Outside the Forbidden City ❌ Commercial photography is PROHIBITED inside the Forbidden City and Beihai Park 🕒 Best time: Before 11am - less crowd and softer light 📍 The Studio We Tried: Beijing Gu Gong Cheng Ji She Ying 📍 A219, Floor 2, Area D, Building 4, Beijing Inn, Dongcheng District 🚇 Nearest Subway: Chaoyangmen Station (Exit G) 💰 Package Price: 1999 RMB for 3 people (~666 RMB/person) 🔁 Refundable Deposit: 500 RMB 🎁 Included in the Package: - Full professional makeup & hairstyling - Hanfu/Qizhuang rental - 90 digital soft-copy photos - 15 professionally retouched images RAW files delivered next evening; final edits within 1 week ✨ Final Tip: - The Imperial Ancestral Temple is right next to the Forbidden City! - To make the most of your day, consider visiting the Forbidden City in costume for an even more immersive experience. ⚠️ If you are walking long hours, opt for a lighter headpiece (like the “Liangbatou”) as the “Dianzitou” can get quite heavy after awhile! #china #beijing #myitinerary #travel #thingstodo

#springitinerary 🛏️ Hotel: Tangfu Hotel (Nanluoguxiang Branch) - Located in Nanluoguxiang (A 700-year-old hutong!) - 600m from Nanluoguxiang Metro (Exit E) - Starbucks right next door - Plenty of cozy cafes, street snacks & local shops - Walking distance: Central Academy of Drama, Shichahai, other connected hutong Great value: Spacious rooms, strong showers, free lobby coffee/snacks 👑 Forbidden City (The Palace Museum) -🎟️Ticket fee: 128 yuan (via Trip.com) -⏰Opening Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm ⚠️ TIPS: 👗 Wear a Qing Dynasty princess or concubine costume for a fun, immersive experience! Opt for lighter fabrics and simpler headpieces, as the palace is HUGE and requires a lot of walking. 🚫 Commercial photography is NOT ALLOWED 🥾 Wear comfy shoes 🚶 Walk to Beihai Park gate to call a DiDi (no pickups at Forbidden City exit) 🛕Imperial Ancestral Temple - Located just outside the Forbidden City - 🎟️Ticket fee: 2 yuan - ⏰Opening hours: 8:30-5pm - Fun fact: Built in 1420 for Ming and Qing emperors to perform ancestral rites ⚠️ The temple shares the same architectural layout as the Forbidden City. PERFECT spot for costume photography with an authentic Forbidden City feel. 📸 Commercial photography IS ALLOWED HERE! 🧱Mutianyu Great Wall -🎟️Ticket fee: 137 yuan (via Trip.com) (Zanbus Trip.com package: Return bus tickets + Entrance ticket) 📍 Pick-up: Metro Line 5, Dengshi Kou (Exit C) (8 AM, 9 AM, 10 AM) 📍 Drop-off: Metro Line 5, Lama Temple Station (3 PM, 4 PM, 5 PM from Mutianyu) ⏰ Opening Hours - Mar 16–Nov 15: 7:30am-6pm - Nov 16–Mar 15: 8am-5pm 🗺️ Watchtower Highlights Towers 1–6: Steepest climb Tower 6: Zhengguan Terrace (Unique Design) Towers 6–9: Flat, scenic stroll Tower 14: Best panoramic views Tower 15: Free graffiti wall Towers 19–20: Highest point Towers 23+: Closed to public 🛷Chairlift + Toboggan Combo! - Price: 140RMB/Round trip (QR code entry) - Chairlift goes to Tower 6 (Zhengguan Terrace) - Toboggan Station (Between Tower 5 and 6): 5-minutes of thrill ride down the mountain with a BEAUTIFUL VIEW! 🎭 Nanluoguxiang (South Luogu Lane) -700-year-old ancient Beijing hutong known for its rich cultural heritage -Currently houses cozy cafes, bakeries, eateries, local goods (handmade qipao) -Central Academy of Drama is here (Home to many Chinese actors and actresses) -Walking distance to Shichahai, Houhai, and Bell & Drum Tower 📷 Explore side alleys for hidden courtyards & houses to get a glimpse of old Beijing life! 💡 Tip: Best place to grab unique souvenirs & night snacks! 🌊 Shichahai - Popular spot for locals to stroll and admire the scenery, surrounded by tranquil lakes and willow trees - Highlights: Prince Gong Mansion, Song Qing Ling’s Former Residence, Live bar music at night 🛍️ Taikoo Li Sanlitun 🌟 Upscale open-air shopping and lifestyle district Highlights: Gentlemonster, 13DE Marzo, To Summer, and more! #china #beijing #chinatrip #travel #thingstodo #myitinerary #museums

📍Location: Imperial Ancestral Temple (Workers’ Cultural Palace, Beijing) 🚇Transportation: Metro Line 1, Tiananmen East Exit B / Metro Line 8, Goldfish Hutong Exit C, walk west for 15 minutes 🕙Opening hours: 7:00-18:00, last admission at 17:00 🎫Tickets: 2 dollars, Xiandian: 10 dollars in off-season, 15 dollars in peak season 🚶‍♂️Route: Enter through the East Gate - Prince's Forest - Five-Colored Gate - Ji Gate - Hall of Worship - Sleeping Hall Having lived in Beijing for more than ten years, I only knew about the Forbidden City but not the Imperial Ancestral Temple next to it. It was not until a friend introduced it to me that I knew that this is what is meant by "peixiang Taimiao", which means that the tablets of meritorious officials are enshrined in the Taimiao together with the emperor. This is the largest royal ancestral temple, where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped their ancestors. After visiting it, I was completely amazed, and it left a lasting impression❗ Some people call this place the "alternative" to the Forbidden City. Personally, I don't think it has any derogatory meaning. First, the ticket price of 2 dollars is indeed cheap. Second, compared with the huge crowds in the Forbidden City, there are very few people here. There is no need to make an appointment, just buy the ticket now. The red walls, yellow tiles, and magnificent scenery you want to see can be seen here. I also saw many young ladies taking photos in princess costumes here, and the photos looked like they were in the Forbidden City 😂! 🔴Main highlights: ❶Xiang Hall: It is 2 meters higher than the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City. The top of the hall is decorated with exquisite golden spiral paintings. In the middle stands 68 golden nanmu pillars, each of which is said to be worth 2.8 billion yuan. ❷The words "Taimiao" on the plaque of the Xian Hall were written by Emperor Shunzhi ❸ Zhonghuahe Bell: This bell was created based on the Zenghouyi chime bells. It was rung on January 1, 2000 to welcome the millennium, so it is called the "First Bell of the Millennium". 📷Filming equipment: Canon R62+rf24-70mm F2.8 Thanks to the little model who broke into my camera, I have sent it to her mother!

"The Imperial Ancestral Temple" is the largest and highest-ranking royal ancestral temple, where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshiped their ancestors. 68 golden nanmu pillars, each worth 2.8 billion, are unique in the world❗️ Built in the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming dynasty, it was built at the same time as the Forbidden City and the Temple of Agriculture. Seeing it with my own eyes, I instantly understood the value of the phrase "worthy of the Imperial Ancestral Temple"! It is even taller and more magnificent than the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City, and is truly breathtaking. . 📍 Beijing Workers' Cultural Palace (Imperial Ancestral Temple) 🚌 Exit B, Tiananmen East Station, Subway Line 1 🕑 6:30–19:30, Xiangdian Hall 9:00–16:30 (closed on Mondays) 💰 Admission CNY 2, Xiangdian Hall CNY 15 (CNY 12 in low season, including admission) . ⚠️Tips: 1. Avoid the crowds at the Forbidden City~ You only need to pay CNY 2 for admission, and you can go directly to the Meridian Gate ticket check of the Forbidden City from here, which is faster than the Golden Water Bridge at Tiananmen, with fewer tourists and faster security checks. 2. If there are too many people in front, there are fewer people on the white marble railing on the east side of Xiangdian Hall, and almost no one in the back hall.

🌍 Location Pin 📍 Core Coordinates Workers' Cultural Palace, Dongcheng District, Beijing (east of Tiananmen Square) 🚩 Landmark Guide Adjacent to the southeast corner tower of the Forbidden City | Faces Zhongshan Park across Chang'an Avenue 🚇 Transportation Options ✅ Optimal Route Subway Line 1 → Exit at "Tiananmen East Station" (Exit B) → Walk 300m east (about 5 minutes) to the East Gate security checkpoint 🚗 Driving Tips Park at "Nanchizi Street Multi-Level Garage" (¥12/hour) → Walk through Changpu River Park (shaded path for summer) → 10 minutes to East Gate 🚲 Hidden Route Bike-share navigation to "Taimiao East Gate" → Ride along the moat (cool breeze at dusk) 🏨 Accommodation Guide 1️⃣ Imperial Elegance Choice → NUO Hotel Beijing (8-minute walk) ✨ Highlights: Republic-era revolving door + rooftop view of Taimiao’s glazed tiles 💰 Summer rate: ~¥1800/night (includes breakfast for two) 2️⃣ Hutong Immersion Experience → Nanchizi Street Courtyard Homestay ✨ Highlights: Converted Qing Dynasty official residence | Rooftop terrace for morning mist photos of Taimiao 💰 Budget-friendly: ¥600-900/courtyard (fits 3-4 people) 3️⃣ Hipster Hangout → The Orchid Hotel (near Wangfujing) ✨ Highlights: Library theme | Free Hanfu rental (perfect for red wall photos) 💰 Summer rate: From ¥500/night 🍜 Imperial Food Map 🍵 Must-Eats Near Taimiao ① Forbidden City Corner Tower Café (turn right after exiting West Gate) ☕️ Limited-edition "Golden Pillar Latte": Gold flakes + nanmu-scented syrup 🥮 Pair with: Crane-patterned mung bean cake (daily limit of 200 | available from 14:00) ② Siji Minfu (Donghuamen Branch) 🦆 Scenic seating tip: Mobile queue + note "want corner tower view" 💡 Pro order: Salt-and-pepper duck bone soup (free preparation) ③ Heyan Roubing (Donghuamen Street) 🥙 Code phrase: "Sesame sugar pancake + chilled Arctic Ocean soda" 🔥 ¥40/person for a feast 🌃 Late-Night Surprise Moat BBQ stalls (appears after 22:00) 🍢 Must-order: Old Beijing grilled meat + plum juice slushie 📍 Location: Under willow trees on the riverbank opposite Taimiao East Gate ️ Pitfall Avoidance 1️⃣ New Booking Rules → Hall of Enjoyment tickets sell out fast—book 3 days early on the "Cultural Tourism Official Platform" → ID + facial recognition required (no digital IDs accepted) 2️⃣ Beat the Heat 🌡️ Essentials: Neck fan + cooling spray (see map ② for mist zones) ⏰ Best times: ▫️ 6:30-8:00 AM (ancient cypresses glowing in dawn light) ▫️ 17:30-19:00 PM (geometric shadows on red walls + 8°C cooler) 3️⃣ Photography Taboos 📸 Drones prohibited (triggers Tiananmen security alarms) 🚫 No touching golden nanmu columns (infrared sensors auto-alert) ✅ Secret shots: ▫️ Well Pavilion ruins framing the Forbidden City corner tower (telephoto lens) ▫️ West red wall at 17:00 for diamond-shaped light patterns

🔥I thought I won if I got the ticket to the Forbidden City? As a result, after queuing for the "security check marathon" under the scorching sun, my blood tank was half empty! 🏗️Be careful of the appearance of the "Repair Assassin"! Want to take a big photo with red walls and golden tiles? Sorry, one-third of the palace is wrapped in scaffolding green cloth Do you know about the construction site style that even filters can’t save? 👘Three thousand beauties in the harem? I think it’s thirty thousand! The young ladies wearing Hanfu can turn the Imperial Garden into a "Hengdian Film Studio" Do you think you are Niu Hulu Zhen Huan? As a result, she instantly became a maid in the laundry department in the crowd (heartbreaking) 🌳Imperial Garden Picnic Rewards: Children screaming and chasing + aunties posing with scarves + the aroma of the self-heating pot (Where is the royal forbidden area? This is clearly a branch of Chaoyang Park!) 👵👶Hidden version NPC: Beijing grandpa and aunt take care of children group Bring your own stool, fruit snacks, and start a "tea party for kids" in the shade "It's cool here, grandson, you can run around wherever you want!" (The Forbidden City? No, this is a free royal version of a community park) 🛍️Creative Assassin 2.0: Ice Cream Assassin / Blind Box Assassin / Imperial Kitchen Assassin (Grilled Sausage Version) Every ten steps you take, you will encounter a consumer trap The wallet and the royal filter are shattered into slag 💡Guide to Sobriety in the World: ✅Want to see the real Forbidden City → Go early on weekdays during off-season ✅Want to take ancient style movies → Go directly to Hengdian ✅Want to experience the royal atmosphere → It is recommended to watch "Empresses in the Palace" instead (at least there is air conditioning) (Don’t ask me how I know this, it’s a lesson I learned through blood and tears💦) #Beijing #BeijingAttractions #BeijingTravel #Forbidden City #MainlandTourism #MainlandTravel #MainlandChinaAttractions #LightningAvoidance #LightningAvoidanceGuide #AprilGoodPlaces2025

#Forbidden City #Imperial City Photography #Historical Sedimentation #Beijing #Cultural Check-in ◾ Best time to shoot: morning light and dusk ▸ 7:30-8:30 in the morning (first wave of admission when the door opens, avoid the crowds and capture the silence of the morning mist) ▸ 1 hour before sunset (the setting sun penetrates the eaves, the golden tiles are shining, and the solemn feeling is full) ◾ 5 majestic camera positions to capture the emperor’s aura 1️⃣ The steps of the Hall of Supreme Harmony (shoot the stairs from above to highlight the sense of authority, and bring in the cloud dragon relief in the composition) 2️⃣ The main gate of the Palace of Heavenly Purity (symmetrical composition, red gate and golden nails, showing the majesty of the deep palace) 3️⃣ Wumen Tower (wide-angle shot to highlight the magnificent and oppressive feeling of the building) 4️⃣ Red Wall Alley (the long corridor on the west side of Cining Palace, where light and shadow cut out the loneliness of history) 5️⃣ Silhouette of the corner tower (photographed after snow in winter, in black and white, as quiet as an ink painting) ◾ Post-production color grading: movie-level gloomy tones ▹ Tone: Reduce saturation (red walls turn dark red, the sky turns blue-gray) ▹ Contrast: +10 (strengthens architectural lines) ▹ Vignette: slightly added (focus on the subject and create a sense of historical depth) "The majesty of the Forbidden City lies not in its noise but in its six hundred years of silence." #BeijingIn-depthTour #ArchitecturalAesthetics #HistoricalPhotography #BeijingFeatures #BeijingTravel #AprilGoodPlaces2025

Tai Miao, located to the east of Tiananmen, was the imperial ancestral temple where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped their ancestors. Today, it stands as a model of ancient Chinese royal ceremonial architecture, bearing profound historical and cultural value. 🛕 Must-Visit Attractions 🔹 Xiangdian: The core building of Tai Miao, where the spirit tablets of emperors were enshrined. The interior is magnificently decorated with carved beams and painted rafters, exuding a solemn atmosphere. 🔹 Peidian and Wudian: These halls house the spirit tablets of emperors and empresses, symbolizing the royal lineage. 🔹 Shenku, Zaisengtin, and Liaolu: These are the places where offerings were prepared and sacrificial texts were burned, showcasing the meticulous ancient sacrificial rituals. 🔹 Tai Miao Square: A vast and grand area flanked by ancient towering trees that have witnessed centuries of history. 📸 Photo Spots 📍 The red palace walls at the entrance of Tai Miao: Perfect for capturing photos with a regal ancient vibe. 📍 The roof ridge of Xiangdian: The glazed tiles shine under the sunlight, showcasing the splendor of royal architecture. 📍 The ancient tree group: The century-old locust trees have witnessed the passage of time, ideal for capturing serene and atmospheric photos. 💡 Travel Tips ✅ Ticket Reservation: It is recommended to book tickets online in advance to avoid queuing on-site. ✅ Best Visiting Time: Early morning or dusk, when the sunlight enhances the solemn and ancient charm of the architecture. ✅ Visiting Etiquette: As an ancient sacrificial site, it is advised to maintain silence and respect the historical culture. Tai Miao is not only a symbol of royal lineage but also an important carrier of traditional Chinese sacrificial culture. Visiting here allows you to feel the accumulation of a thousand years of history and a solemn atmosphere!

Long-term sleep disorders have caused me to always sleep half as much as others Instead of worrying about why you don’t sleep enough, it’s better to do more meaningful things when you are awake. - Go feel life, feel spring 🌱 So at 7 o'clock in the morning, we arrived at the Beijing Workers' Cultural Palace next to the Forbidden City. 2 yuan ticket, no reservation required early in the morning Locate the ticket office of the Cultural Palace 📍You will pass by the moat of the Forbidden City There are green willow trees along the way. It is the season of spring flowers blooming. There are a large number of ancient trees in the park, and the magnolias are also blooming beautifully🌸 There are basically no tourists at this time, and you can secretly watch the soldiers training. - You can enter the Temple of Heaven at 9 o'clock for a visit, 15r, it's worth it 🏯The Imperial Ancestral Temple was the place for ancestor worship during the Ming and Qing dynasties It sounds scary to say But the feeling when you walk in is very quiet and comfortable The main hall is dedicated to the emperor's ancestors. - 🛕There are side halls on the east and west sides, where princes and ministers are enshrined. The so-called "enshrined in the Imperial Ancestral Temple" means that after death, one will be enshrined in the side halls on the east and west sides, which means there will be endless incense. - 🪵68 pillars supporting the main hall They are all whole pieces of golden nanmu wood, and they are all thousand-year-old ancient wood. There is a folk legend that one piece is worth 2.8 billion yuan. 🧱The gold bricks under your feet are actually the homonym of Beijing bricks. Legend has it that the production process is complicated and the transportation cost is high. They are bricks specially supplied to the royal family in the Forbidden City in Beijing. When you knock them, they make a sound of gold and stone. - 🚴‍♀️After the visit, you can ride a bicycle to Dashilan to have breakfast before going to work. After 10 o'clock, there is already a long queue in front of the Temple of Heaven. You need a mainland China ID card and a bag to go through security check to enter the park. It is recommended that you prepare in advance. - 📺 If you want to know more about the Temple of Heaven I recommend CCTV's "If Ancient Buildings Could Talk" "The Thousand Years of Family and Country" and "The Storms of Taimiao", which contain popular science about ancestral temple architecture, and can help you better understand the ancient sacrificial culture, such as why sacrificial vessels were made in that shape, how to tell the level of a building through the roof, how brackets are divided into levels, etc. -

📷Taimiao (Workers’ Cultural Palace, Beijing) Located in the northeast corner outside the Forbidden City, it is a hidden boss with a very strong energy field❗️ Even in the season when magnolia flowers are not blooming This place is also worth visiting. - 🎫 Tickets are 2 yuan and can be purchased on site; 🎫Tickets to Xiangdian, also known as the China and Watch Exhibition, are currently 10 yuan in the off-season and can be purchased at the entrance of Xiangdian. If you haven’t been to the Xiandian, I suggest you go in and take a look! There are 68 huge golden nanmu trees inside, which is very magnificent! ⏰ Low season (November 1st - March 31st of the following year): 7:00 - 17:30 Peak season (April 1 - October 31): 6:30 - 19:30; Xiangdian Chinese and Watch Exhibition: 09:00 - 16:30 - The magnolia flower is on the south side of the park, outside the glazed gate. The flowers and red walls complement each other, creating a unique beauty of the ancient capital! The main building is surrounded by towering ancient trees. The Prince's Forest was planted by several generations of young princes in the Ming Dynasty. The overall environment is very comfortable and pleasant🍃 - 🚇Map: Take Exit B of Tiananmen East Station, go north along Nanchizi Street, and enter from the East Gate of the Cultural Palace. 🔗After the tour, you can go out from the east gate to Pudu Temple 🆓 to see the magnolia; you can also go out from the west gate, and you will reach the Forbidden City and Zhongshan Park.

In mid-March, Beijing's most popular flower is undoubtedly the magnolia. The white magnolia blooms earlier than the purple magnolia. Its buds are slender and graceful, and when in full bloom, they resemble wind chimes. Why are there so many magnolias around ancient buildings? Magnolias are noble and elegant, symbolizing good fortune and happiness, making them well-suited to the atmosphere of ancient architecture. 🌸Recommended route: "Magnolia photo shoot that can be completed by 8-to-5 workers in one hour" 1. Arrive at Pudu Temple at 6:30 am, take photos freely with no crowds, no reservation or ticket required. 2. After shooting, walk five minutes to the east gate of the Working People's Cultural Palace at 7 am. 3. Tickets to the Working People's Cultural Palace cost CNY 2. Enter the gate, turn left, and walk 200 meters to see the magnolias. 4. At this time, there are few people at the entrance of the Taimiao, so you can take photos freely for half an hour. 5. Take your time and finish shooting at 8 am, then have breakfast and still have plenty of time to go to work. 🌸Suggestions: 1. A ladder at the entrance of the Taimiao will help you take better photos. 2. There are not many spots for taking photos in either location, so it is best to capture everything in one go. Taimiao (Imperial Ancestral Temple)

🐉 The Imperial Ancestral Temple, initially constructed in the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty, was built concurrently with the Forbidden City, adhering to the ancient "ancestral temple on the left, altar of land and grain on the right" principle. It is a significant national ritual building and the largest and most complete existing complex of imperial ancestral temples in China. - 🐉 The reopening of the Hall of Enjoyment drew me here, and I was surprised to find so few visitors on a weekend. Magnolia buds were ready to burst open outside the glazed tile gate, and golden tiles, green arches, and white jade filled my vision. The overall impression of the Imperial Ancestral Temple, while lacking the grandeur of the Temple of Heaven and the majesty of the Forbidden City, exudes a distinct air of tranquility and solemnity. - 🐉 Inside the Hall of Enjoyment, the first things that caught my eye were the five-dragon mural and the chime bells. The hall is incredibly spacious, with an extremely high ceiling. I saw dozens of towering golden nanmu pillars, resplendent gilded beams and ceilings, and dark, polished "golden bricks" underfoot. The phrase "magnificent and resplendent" truly came to life at this moment. - 🐉 In short, this is a small but exquisite temple, a perfect place to find tranquility in the capital.

📍Address: 4 Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District 🚗Transportation: Taxi to Donghuamen, Forbidden City ➡️ Walk to Meridian Gate (North/South Chizi Street) Taxi to Hanting Hotel ➡️ East Gate of Working People's Cultural Palace ➡️ West Gate of Working People's Cultural Palace ➡️ Meridian Gate Subway to Tiananmen West Station (Exit B) ➡️ Walk to Zhongshan Park West Gate ➡️ Walk to Zhongshan Park East Gate ➡️ Meridian Gate (Purchase Zhongshan Park tickets one day in advance) Subway to Qianmen Station (Exit G) ➡️ Bus from Qianmen Station to Xihuamen Station ➡️ Meridian Gate 👍️Must-See Attractions: 🔸 Bronze Lions in front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony: Touch the right lion's paw for good luck (already polished!) 🔸 Plaque of "Zhengdaguangming" in the Palace of Heavenly Purity: Witness to Emperor Yongzheng's "secret reserve system" 🔸 Crystal Palace in Yanxi Palace: The only Western-style unfinished building ruins in the Forbidden City 🔸 Corner Tower at Shenwu Gate: Filming location for CCTV weather forecast, stunning sunset views 🎟️Tickets Peak season: 60 CNY/Off-season: 40 CNY (Book tickets 7 days in advance via the "Palace Museum" mini-program) 💗Other tips: ➡️There are signs indicating the direction to the Forbidden City along the way. Follow the pictures and you won't get lost. ➡️If you want to visit Nanchizi and the Imperial Ancestral Temple, you can also sightsee along the way and then follow the route to the Forbidden City ticket check.

The Imperial Ancestral Temple (Beijing Working People's Cultural Palace) was built in 1420, the same year as the Forbidden City. On May 1, 1950, it was renamed the "Beijing Working People's Cultural Palace." It is the largest and most complete existing imperial ancestral temple in China. The Hall of Enjoyment within the temple is the world's largest golden nanmu wood palace, rivaling the Hall of Supreme Harmony in scale. Together with the Altar of Earth and Grain (Zhongshan Park), they form the "Left Ancestor, Right Society" layout. The plaque on the Hall of Enjoyment, bearing the characters "Imperial Ancestral Temple," was written by Emperor Shunzhi. Inside the hall, there are 68 golden nanmu pillars, each 13 meters high and up to 1.2 meters in diameter. These pillars have remained unrotted for thousands of years, a truly magnificent sight. Upon entering the hall, you'll be greeted by the scent of sandalwood and a profound sense of history. The ceiling is adorned with gold-leafed color paintings, and the floor is paved with golden bricks. The grand space and structure, the exquisite chandeliers and murals, and the sunlight streaming in transform the entire space into a golden spectacle. This unique experience is something even the Forbidden City can't offer. Perhaps I was too engrossed in the hall's architecture, as I didn't even have time to focus on the main exhibit, the China Harmony Bell, displayed in the center of the hall, haha. 🎫Tickets Park: 2 yuan Hall of Enjoyment: 15 yuan during peak season, 10 yuan during off-season 🕙Opening Hours Park: 6:30–19:00 during peak season, 7:00–17:00 during off-season, closed on Mondays Hall of Enjoyment: 9:00–16:30, closed on Mondays

I have been listening to the song "Taimiao" In fact, Taimiao has another name, called "Working People's Cultural Palace", and it should be considered a park at present. Although it is a park, the atmosphere is online, the film output is Max, and the sense of history is also good. Let's take a look at what it has ✅The word "Taimiao" on the Xian Hall was written by Emperor Shunzhi (first picture), and the entire Xian Hall's appearance is the same as the Forbidden City ✅There are 68 golden nanmu pillars in the hall, each of which is said to be worth 2.8 billion. You can see the traces of time on each pillar (you need to buy a ticket for the China and Bell Exhibition 🎫 to see it) ✅The middle of the hall is a gilded roof, and the two sides are decorated with colorful paintings (this is really beautiful) and the ground is paved with gold bricks (you need to buy a ticket for the China and Bell Exhibition 🎫 to see it) ✅Of course, there is also the China and Bell Theme Exhibition that you can't miss. In the middle of the hall is a chime bell cast in 2000 based on the prototype of the Zenghou Yi Tomb chime bells 📷You can get the same red walls, yellow tiles, carved beams and painted buildings as the Forbidden City. ‼ ️The most important thing is that there are not many tourists, so it is no problem to film the entire ancient building complex. Whether you are a "princesses" or a Ming official, you can all happily make films! 📷If you like to take photos of the corner tower of the Forbidden City, you can take photos of the complete corner tower in the northeast corner 🎫Tickets and reservations: You need to buy tickets online or on-site in advance. You can buy tickets for the Cultural Palace for free if you buy tickets for the China and Clock Exhibition! This Zhonghua and clock exhibition is quite nice, so I suggest you buy this one directly ●Opening hours: Cultural Palace Park 07:00-17:30 in off-season, 06:30-19:30 in peak season; Zhonghua and clock exhibition 09:00-16:30. Make sure to arrange your time reasonably ●Visiting route: The South Gate next to Tiananmen Square is only for entry but not exit. If you have not purchased tickets online in advance, you can only enter from the East Gate or West Gate. You can enter from the East Gate and visit the main buildings such as the Prince's Forest, the Hall of Worship, the Sleeping Hall, and the Temple of the Ancestral God in turn.

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The Forbidden City is always crowded, so where can you take magnificent royal-style photos? Tai Miao is a great alternative! Built at the same time as the Forbidden City, Tai Miao has a similar architectural style but far fewer visitors. Tickets are only CNY 2, making it a treasure trove for photography enthusiasts. Here is a detailed guide: 1. 🚉 Transportation Guide: Subway 🚇: Take Line 1 to [Tiananmen East Station] and exit from Exit B. Navigate to Tai Miao and walk for about 5 minutes to reach the East Gate. Bus 🚌: Take Bus 1, 2, 10, 20, 52, 59, 99, or 120 to [Tiananmen East Station], or Bus 5 to [Nanchang Street Station]. Self-driving 🚗: Parking is inconvenient in the surrounding area, so public transportation is recommended. 2. Tickets and Opening Hours Tickets 🎫: Cultural Palace Admission Ticket: CNY 2 per person (includes park tour). Xiangdian Ticket: CNY 10 per person in low season (November 1 to March 31 of the following year), CNY 15 per person in high season (April 1 to October 31) for a close-up view of the core building of Xiangdian. 🕙 Opening Hours: Low season: 7:00–17:30; High season: 6:30–19:30. 📝 Tips: No reservation is required, just buy tickets on site. Seniors aged 60 and above can enter for free with their ID card, children under 6 can enter for free, minors under 18 and college students (with student ID) can enter for half price, and Beijing employees with a union card can enter for free. 3. Photography Guide: Avoid the Crowds and Unlock Niche Spots 1. Symmetrical Aesthetic Composition: Glazed Gate Arch: Stand in the center of the arch, use the symmetrical glazed door frame and red wall, and take a photo with the person in the center. The background is magnificent. Xiangdian Square: Use Xiangdian as the background, take a low-angle shot, and highlight the sense of hierarchy between the building and the sky. White Jade Railings in Front of the Three Halls: Kneel and take a photo from above to create a sense of depth. The vermilion palace gate and glazed tiles complement each other. 2. Light and Shadow, and Reflection: White Marble Bridge: On sunny days, the reflection of the bridge deck contrasts with the shadow of the building. You can take a low-angle shot of the eaves and the blue sky, or use puddles to take creative reflection photos. Ancient Cypress Forest: The ancient cypress trees are towering, and the sunlight forms mottled light and shadow through the branches and leaves, making it suitable for taking forest-style ancient photos. 3. Props and Skills: Wear Hanfu or a plain long dress to create a visual impact with the red walls and yellow tiles. Avoid wearing clothes with complex patterns. 4. 🗓 Recommended Tour Route: Enter from the East Gate → Honor Roll → Five-Color Glazed Gate → Daji Gate → Xiangdian (main hall, must-see golden nanmu beams and columns) → Qindian → Tiaomiao → Cypress Planted by Emperor Chengzu of the Ming Dynasty → Rockery in the East Area → Prince Forest → Exit from the South Gate. 👍 Key Spots: Xiangdian: 11 rooms wide, with a double-eave hipped roof. The beams and columns inside are made of golden nanmu, and the details are exquisitely carved. Ancient Cypress Forest: Hundreds of years old, solemn and solemn, suitable for shooting a quiet atmosphere. ‌5. 🍲 Recommended Food Nearby Traditional Snacks: There are stalls selling old Beijing fried noodles with soybean paste, mung bean milk, and glutinous rice rolls with sweet bean flour near Tai Miao. After visiting, you can walk to Nanchizi Street or Qianmen Dashilan to taste them. High-end Dining: At the nearby "Siji Minfu Roast Duck Restaurant" (Forbidden City Store), you can overlook the moat, but you need to queue in advance. 6. 🌟 Notes: 1. Protect Cultural Relics: Do not touch buildings or climb stone carvings, and do not use flash to take photos of cultural relics in the hall. 2. Weather and Season: In autumn (September to October), the ginkgo trees turn golden and the red leaves are reflected, making it the best season to visit. In winter, keep warm. 3. Off-peak Visit: There are more tourists in the afternoon on weekends and holidays. It is recommended to enter before 10 am or after 3 pm, when the light is softer and it is easier to take photos. 4. Ancient Costume Rental: There are many photography shops nearby. It is recommended to ask several shops to compare prices before deciding. The price of makeup is about CNY 199–349 per person. ✅ Summary: Tai Miao combines history, architecture, and photography. With fewer people and beautiful scenery, you can unlock the same royal style as the Forbidden City for only CNY 2. Follow this guide to easily avoid the crowds and take your own "Forbidden City alternative" photos!

👉The Imperial Ancestral Temple, also known as the Beijing Working People's Cultural Palace, is a major national cultural heritage site located in Dongcheng District, Beijing. According to the official website in April 2023, the scenic area covers more than 200 mu, with a temple building area of 2,240 square meters. It was built in the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty (1420) and served as the family temple where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshiped their ancestors. 👍The Imperial Ancestral Temple was built according to the traditional Chinese ritual system of "revering heaven and ancestors." It has a rectangular layout, measuring 475 meters from north to south and 294 meters from east to west, with three layers of walls. The front, middle, and rear halls form three enclosed courtyards. The main hall has eleven bays and four rooms, with a double-eaved hipped roof, a three-tiered white marble Sumeru base, and stone railings around it. 📌The main beams and columns in the hall are wrapped in agarwood, 📌while other architectural components are made of golden nanmu.

Hey guys! 👋 I just got back from a trip to Beijing and couldn't wait to put together this super useful guide for you. Save it now! 💕 Whether it's your first time in Beijing or you're traveling with your parents, this guide has everything you need! 🌈 Must-Visit Attractions Tiananmen Square: Get up early to see the five-star red flag rise. It's a spectacular sight! 👏 The Forbidden City: Travel back 600 years to the Forbidden City. The red walls and yellow tiles are full of ancient charm. A must-see! Shichahai: A representative of the old Beijing historical district. Stroll through and feel the fireworks of the capital. 🎇 Badaling Great Wall: "He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man." Come here to experience the grandeur. Bird's Nest: The iconic building of the 2008 Olympic Games. Full of modernity. Water Cube: The swimming pool of the Summer Olympics. The exterior is stunning and perfect for photos. Tsinghua University & Peking University: Step into the highest institutions of learning in China and feel the strong academic atmosphere. Summer Palace: An ancient royal garden. Every step is a view. It's breathtaking. Temple of Heaven Park: The place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties prayed for a good harvest. Full of historical charm. 📅 4-Day Beijing Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Beijing → Sanlitun, start your food journey 🍜 Try the copper pot hot pot 🥘, fresh lamb in the copper pot, dipped in sesame sauce, the fresh aroma lingers on the tongue; and the tripe, crispy and tender, with sesame sauce, is super satisfying. Then try the fried liver, the thick soup wrapped in pig liver, rich and fragrant, remember to eat it with buns. 😋 Day 2: Tiananmen → Forbidden City → Shichahai, feel the charm of the capital, ancient and modern. Day 3: Badaling Great Wall → Bird's Nest/Water Cube, experience the collision of history and modernity. Day 4: Summer Palace → Temple of Heaven Park → Tsinghua University & Peking University, gain knowledge and beautiful scenery. 🍮 More Food Recommendations Zhajiangmian 🍜: A favorite of old Beijingers, the meat sauce is rich, the noodles are chewy, and the aroma lingers in your mouth. Luzhu Huoshao: The huoshao is soaked in the broth, and the large intestine, lung, tofu, etc. are stewed until soft and flavorful. A bowl in winter is warm and satisfying. Pea Cake: Delicate and sweet, it melts in your mouth, like eating spring. 🌸 A bite is full of bean flavor. Don't hesitate, go and embrace the beauty and food of Beijing! 🥳

The Ancestral Temple, located on the east side of Tiananmen Square in Dongcheng District, Beijing, is a brilliant pearl on the central axis of Beijing. It not only carries the weight of history but is also a place of cultural heritage. The Ancestral Temple is not only a sacred place for the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties to worship their ancestors but also the largest and best-preserved royal ancestral temple complex in China. Since its completion in the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming dynasty (1420), along with the Forbidden City, the Ancestral Temple has carried the royal reverence for ancestors. If you travel to Beijing, you should come here to see it. Although its identity has changed several times since the Republic of China, its profound cultural heritage has never changed. Today, visitors have the opportunity to experience the solemn atmosphere of ancient royal ancestor worship, appreciate the traditional ritual system of "left ancestor and right society," and the ancient wisdom contained in the enclosed courtyard structure. When entering the Ancestral Temple, it is recommended to get off at the east side of Tiananmen Square and walk along Nan Chi Zi Street to the east gate of the Ancestral Temple. This way, you can avoid the peak flow of people at Tiananmen Square and feel the solemn atmosphere of the royal family in advance. If you have successfully booked a ticket to the Forbidden City, you can enter from the east gate of the Ancestral Temple and exit through the northwest gate to conveniently reach the Forbidden City. In the eastern part of the Ancestral Temple courtyard, there is a small highland, said to be the highest point in the entire scenic area. A pavilion stands on it, quiet yet with a unique charm. Unfortunately, the pavilion has not been named, and there is no relevant record in online information or scenic area introductions. If you know its name, feel free to share it in the comments section and add a touch of elegance to this ancient pavilion. Entering the east gate of the Ancestral Temple, the first thing that catches your eye is the mysterious Prince's Forest in the south. According to legend, the prince once planted cypress trees here at will, and no one dared to manage them, so a few unique cypress trees were formed. Continuing forward, you will see an ancient building - the Sacrificial Animal House. This was once the place where animals for sacrifices were slaughtered, witnessing countless solemn sacrificial moments. Not far away, the sacred cypress stands quietly, said to be the first tree planted by Emperor Chengzu of the Ming dynasty, symbolizing the dignity and heritage of the royal family. The design of the glazed gate of the Ancestral Temple is quite distinctive, similar to the gate of the Shouhuang Hall in Jingshan Park, both adopting a layout of three rooms and seven pavilions, with yellow glazed tile roofs highlighting its noble status. Stepping into the glazed gate, the first thing that catches your eye is the divine kitchen and divine warehouse on both sides, as well as the well pavilion in the middle. Both the divine kitchen and divine warehouse are designed with yellow glazed tile single-eave hanging mountain roofs, the former responsible for making sacrifices, and the latter used to store precious sacrifices. Facing the glazed gate is the Halberd Gate, which has been showcasing the majesty of the royal family with its unique design of yellow glazed tile single-eave hipped roofs since its completion in the 18th year of the Yongle reign (1420). Inside the Halberd Gate, there were originally eight halberd racks, with 120 silver-tipped red-pole golden dragon halberds placed on them. Unfortunately, these precious cultural relics were plundered by the Eight-Nation Alliance in the long river of history. In front of the Halberd Gate, a river flows quietly, with seven single-arch stone bridges spanning it. Among them, the imperial road bridge in the middle is specially set for the emperor, while the prince bridge and rank bridge on both sides are for princes and nobles and rank officials, respectively. The outermost side of the bridge is a passage for ordinary people to walk. Passing through the small gate next to the Halberd Gate, you will enter the core area of the Ancestral Temple, where the grand ancestor worship ceremony is held - the Main Hall of the Ancestral Temple. The Main Hall, also known as the Front Hall, carries the solemn ceremony of the emperor offering sacrifices to his ancestors. Its magnificent architectural layout is breathtaking: eleven rooms wide, six rooms deep, with double-eave hipped roofs, and yellow glazed tile roofs highlighting the nobility and majesty of the royal family. Under the eaves, the plaque with nine friends and gold leaf is inscribed with the words "Ancestral Temple" in Chinese and Manchu, symbolizing the integration and inheritance of Chinese culture. The entire hall is 46 meters high, and with the 46-meter-high Sumeru pedestal, the total height reaches 92 meters, making it even more magnificent. Inside the hall stand 68 large pillars of golden nanmu, with the thickest diameter reaching 2 meters. The roof is decorated with exquisite gold leaf and powder paintings, with the decoration of the three rooms in the middle mainly in gold, while the sides are embellished with ink lines and pigments. This is the exhibition hall of "The King of Chime Bells - Chinese Harmony Bell," with the inscription "Chinese Harmony Bell, Eternal Peace" by Chairman Jiang on the bell in the center of the exhibition hall, appearing solemn and solemn. It is worth mentioning that the scale of the entire bell frame has already been crowned the Guinness World Record.

❤Recommended reason: I have always heard "Tai Miao" in costume dramas, and I heard that there are 68 golden nanmu trees inside, which are much thicker than those in He Shen's house. It is really worth visiting! 🗓Itinerary: After visiting the Tiananmen Tower this time, it was still early (the Forbidden City was not on the travel list this time), and after the visit, there was only one way to go forward (no turning back). When you walk to the Meridian Gate, you have two choices, 👈 on the left is Zhongshan Park, 👉 on the right you can see the words "Tai Miao"! 💗Detailed address: Tai Miao - located on the east side of Tiananmen Square in Dongcheng District, Beijing, is now the "Beijing Working People's Cultural Palace" and is officially open to the public. 🌟Highlights: 🌈 Xiangdian - Yellow glazed tile double-eave roof, with a plaque with the words "Tai Miao" written in Chinese and Manchu hanging under the eaves. The 6⃣️8⃣️ large pillars in the hall are all made of whole golden nanmu, the highest is 13.32 meters, the largest diameter is 1.2 meters, the top of the hall is decorated with gold powder paintings, and the ground is paved with gold bricks! It is really worth spending an hour to visit! 🌈 Qin Hall - located directly north of Xiang Hall, also known as the Middle Hall. It is a place where the tablets of emperors and empresses of all dynasties are usually enshrined. It is equipped with divine chairs, incense cases, beds, mattresses, pillows, and other objects. At the end of the Qing Dynasty, the tablets of eleven emperors and empresses, including Nurhaci, Huang Taiji, Fulin, Xuanye, Yinzhen, and Hongli, were enshrined. 🕙Business hours: 1⃣️Park: Peak season: April 1 to October 31, opening hours 6:30-20:00; Off-season: November 1 to March 31, opening hours 7:00-18:00. 2⃣️Ancient building area (Tai Miao·Zhonghua and Bell Exhibition): Opening hours 9:00-17:00 (closed on Mondays, except for national holidays). 🎫Ticket price: The ticket price is CNY 2/person (free for the elderly with a certificate); Xiangdian CNY 10/person.

In 2024, Beijing's Central Axis was successfully inscribed on the World Heritage List. As an important heritage element of Beijing's Central Axis, the Imperial Ancestral Temple has attracted more and more attention from people around the world. Many people praise the Imperial Ancestral Temple as a "substitute" for the Forbidden City, but in my opinion, this is an understatement. After all, the Imperial Ancestral Temple, especially the Hall of Worship, offers an unparalleled visiting experience that even the Forbidden City cannot match. 📸Highlights 🥇"The First Hall Under Heaven": If we don't count the white marble base of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Hall of Worship is more than 2 meters taller than the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City. 🥈68 golden nanmu columns: The 68 large columns in the Hall of Worship are all made of whole golden nanmu wood, with the tallest reaching 13.32 meters and the largest diameter reaching 1.2 meters. 🥉Interior of the Hall of Worship: The ceiling of the Hall of Worship is decorated with gold leaf and painted with powder, and the floor is paved with gold bricks. The entire hall is resplendent and magnificent, showcasing the "ultimate beauty" of Chinese architecture. 👍Reasons for recommendation 🥇Less crowded: Compared to popular attractions such as the Forbidden City, the Imperial Ancestral Temple is less crowded, especially on weekdays when the attraction is very quiet. 🥈Low ticket price: The ticket for the Imperial Ancestral Temple is CNY 2, and the ticket for the Hall of Worship is CNY 10, totaling only CNY 12. 🥉Great for photography: Photographers interested in ancient architecture and portrait photography should not miss the Imperial Ancestral Temple, a niche attraction that is great for photography. 🧭Travel guide 🚇Transportation: The Imperial Ancestral Temple has three gates: east, west, and south. The south gate is for entry only. It is recommended to take Metro Line 1, get off at Tiananmen East Station, and walk to the east gate to enter the park. ⏰Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The ancient architecture area is closed on Mondays, so it is recommended to visit from Tuesday to Sunday. 💰Ticket price: CNY 2 for the main entrance, CNY 10 for the Hall of Worship. Tickets can be purchased on-site without reservation. In general, the grand and magnificent Imperial Ancestral Temple offers every visitor a visual and spiritual shock. The "historical sky" supported by 68 golden nanmu columns is awe-inspiring and breathtaking!

📍Attraction address: East of Tiananmen, Dongcheng District, Beijing 🚗Attraction transportation: Line 1, Tiananmen East 👍️Must-visit attraction: The Imperial Ancestral Temple was built in the 18th year of the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty (1420) and was a place for the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties to worship their ancestors. It was one of the "Five Altars and Eight Temples" in old Beijing. On May 1, 1950, it was renamed the "Beijing Working People's Cultural Palace" and officially opened to the public. The Hall of Worship was built during the Yongle reign of the Ming Dynasty and is the main building of the Imperial Ancestral Temple. Visitors can experience its grand and solemn architectural features in the hall. The hall has 68 huge golden nanmu pillars, the tallest of which is 13.32 meters high and the largest diameter is 1.2 meters. The roof of the hall is decorated with gold and powder paintings, and the floor is covered with gold bricks. It is extremely shocking to be in it! 🎟️Ticket information: No reservation is required, and the ticket is CNY 15 (you can save CNY 2 by purchasing a Hall of Worship ticket)

| A Timeless Treasure in Beijing. 💖Explore the Ancestral Temple | A Timeless Treasure in Beijing💖 ✨The Ancestral Temple, a sacred place for the Ming and Qing dynasties to worship their ancestors, carries a rich history and cultural heritage. Today, it stands quietly beside the Forbidden City, waiting for us to uncover its mysteries. 🎫Tickets: For just CNY 2, you can step into this historical wonderland. It's a great value! 🕙Opening hours: Xiangdian Hall is open from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Be sure to check in advance so you don't miss a moment of the experience. 🚇Transportation: Take Subway Line 1 to Tiananmen East Station, Exit B, and walk 500 meters. 🌟Highlights: Red walls and golden tiles exude solemnity and dignity, with every inch of the architecture telling the story of the royal family's past glory. Ancient cypress trees tower overhead, their shadows whispering tales of centuries of change. Whether you're here to take photos in traditional Hanfu or simply immerse yourself in history, you'll have a unique experience. 📸Photography tips: In the early morning or late afternoon, the interplay of light and shadow on the red walls creates a dreamlike beauty, making it the perfect time for photography enthusiasts. With ancient cypress trees as a backdrop, stand sideways to easily capture stunning photos with a traditional Chinese aesthetic. 💕The Ancestral Temple is not only a witness to history but also a sanctuary for the modern soul. Come here to travel through time and experience the tranquility and beauty of the ages.

The Xiangdian Hall of the Imperial Ancestral Temple was the main place where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties held ancestor worship ceremonies. It was built in the 18th year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1420). It is comparable to the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City and is one of the main buildings of the Imperial Ancestral Temple in Beijing. The Hall of Enjoyment is located on a three-story white marble Xumizuo, with a height of 32.46 meters. It is eleven rooms wide and six rooms deep. It is 2 meters higher and 4 meters longer than the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City. It was the place where the emperor held major sacrificial activities. The Xiangdian has a unique architectural style, with double eaves on the verandah roof, and the roof is covered with yellow glazed tiles. Under the eaves, there is a Kowloon plaque with the word "Ancestral Temple" written in both Manchu and Chinese characters. The temple enshrines the shrines of emperors of all dynasties. These shrines are arranged neatly and solemnly, representing the achievements and glory of the emperors. There are 68 golden nanmu columns in the Xiangdian, each with a diameter of 1.2 meters and a height of 13.32 meters. Among them, the thickest 6 on the front are decorated with lotus bases, demonstrating the royal dignity and luxury. The Imperial Ancestral Temple Xiangdian is not only a treasure of architectural art, but also a vivid history textbook. It embodies the superb skills and wisdom of ancient Chinese architecture. It adopts the traditional symmetrical layout of the central axis, with rigorous architectural structure and exquisite craftsmanship. From the form of the roof to the carving of beams and columns, from the decoration of doors and windows to the paving of the ground, every detail reflects the wisdom and artistic attainments of ancient craftsmen. The Xiang Hall of the Imperial Ancestral Temple has not been open for many years. When you walk in for the first time, you will be shocked. For a hall of this size, we will have the same feeling in the Taihe Hall of the Forbidden City and the Changling Ming'en Hall of the Thirteen Tombs. In terms of opening hours, the opening hours of the Imperial Ancestral Temple Xiangdian are 06:30-19:30 in spring and summer, 07:00-17:30 in autumn and winter, and the Xiangdian 9:00-16:30. In terms of tickets, the park ticket is 2 yuan, and you need to purchase additional tickets for the exhibition in the front hall (Xiangdian). The combined ticket is 15 yuan in the peak season and 10 yuan in the off-season.

Next to the Forbidden City, the world's largest golden nanmu palace, the Imperial Ancestral Temple, has just reopened this year, and not many people know about it. But it is truly stunning, with an impact even stronger than the Forbidden City! This is known as the number one temple in the world, with specifications surpassing the Forbidden City and more spectacular than the Hall of Supreme Harmony. It has 68 golden nanmu pillars worth 2.8 billion yuan, the only one of its kind in the world. With the same architectural style as the Forbidden City, it is easy to take great photos here. There is also an exhibition on the theme of Chinese harmony and bells, with bells cast based on the chime bells of the Tomb of Marquis Yi of Zeng, the first bell of the millennium. The "Imperial Ancestral Temple" was the place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped their ancestors, and the plaque of the Hall of Worship was written by Emperor Shunzhi, sitting on a three-tiered white marble Sumeru pedestal. In the early days of the founding of the People's Republic of China, it became the Beijing Working People's Cultural Palace. Exit from Exit B of Tiananmen Square East, and walk about 500 meters to reach it. The main entrance ticket is 2 yuan, and the Hall of Worship is 15 yuan. The Cultural Palace is open from 6:30 to 19:30, and the Hall of Worship is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 16:30 (closed on Mondays). Remember to lower your camera and use a wide-angle lens when taking photos.

After three years, the Temple of Heavenly Ancestral Worship Hall has reopened to the public❣️ ⚠️Don't miss this place after visiting the Forbidden City when you travel to Beijing. You will know how shocking it is only when you see it with your own eyes❗ ✅The Temple of Heavenly Ancestral Worship Hall was built in the 18th year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty. It has the same specifications as the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City, but the pillars and overall height are even more than 2 meters higher than the Hall of Supreme Harmony, reflecting the idea in the ancient ritual system that "the emperor is in a high position but cannot suppress his ancestors." : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : The Zhonghuahe Bell is designed based on the Zenghouyi chime bells. It is the world's largest stage-playing two-tone chime bells and has been included in the Guinness World Records. 5️⃣The crouching beasts on the eaves of the main hall: There are nine crouching beasts, including dragons, phoenixes, lions, seahorses, celestial horses, Suanni, Yayu, Xiezhi and fighting bulls, together with the immortal riding a chicken in front of the crouching beasts, a total of ten; 6️⃣Other buildings: front glazed door, well pavilion, halberd gate, bedroom, middle glazed door, and ancestral temple. 💕Warm Tips: 1️⃣There is no explanation in the museum, but there is a documentary playing in a loop; 2️⃣Enter from the East Gate of the Temple of Heaven on Nanchizi Street. There is no need to go through the security check in the square. The South Gate is only for entry and not exit; 3️⃣Try to choose green travel. If you drive, there is a parking lot on Nanchizi Street, but there are not many parking spaces. In addition, there is a Pudu Temple parking lot in the alley diagonally opposite the East Gate, with a parking fee of 8 yuan per hour.

The Xian Hall finally unveiled its mysterious veil. Passing through the Ji Gate and stepping into the Xian Hall, you will see the tall and magnificent palace with carved beams and painted buildings, so magnificent that you can almost smell the elegant fragrance of the 600-year-old nanmu wood. This is the holy temple on top of the imperial city, the first temple in China, and the symbol of the supreme imperial power! ✅ "Enshrined in the Imperial Ancestral Temple", a great honor! Only those of royal blood, founding heroes and outstanding ministers are qualified to "enshrine in the Imperial Ancestral Temple". During the more than 200 years of the Qing Dynasty, only 26 people received this honor. ✅Exploration journey Front glazed door, jade bridge, halberd gate, Xiandian (main hall), east and west side halls (resting place of meritorious officials), sleeping hall (place where the emperor and empress's tablets are placed during non-sacrificial activities), and Zudian (place where the ancestral tablets of the Qing Dynasty were enshrined). The recommended entrance to the park is through the Meridian Gate Side Gate. In ancient times, emperors would worship their ancestors by walking straight through the Forbidden City and entering the sacred area of ​​the Imperial Ancestral Temple. ✅Highlights ⬆️​The Xian Hall of the Imperial Ancestral Temple is 2 meters higher than the Hall of Supreme Harmony in the Forbidden City and 4 meters long. It can be called the "No. 1 Hall in China". ⬆️There are 68 golden nanmu trees in the Xian Hall, with the largest diameter reaching 1.23 meters and the height reaching 13.32 meters. ⬆️The domes of the three core rooms in the Xian Hall are decorated with pure gold spiral paintings, highlighting the supreme dignity. Pure gold is the original color of golden nanmu, which is uncarved and sparkling. On both sides are gold-carved, black stone-grinded jade spirals and colorful paintings that complement each other. The ink-blue base sets off the golden radiance of the original wood, and the colors create a sharp contrast, like a match made in heaven. The aesthetic wisdom of our ancestors is fully displayed in this moment, showing its sophistication and elegance. ⬆️Golden roof, golden wood, and golden bricks are called the three golds of Xiandian 🎫: 2 yuan; Xiandian exhibition 10 yuan In addition to seeing the beauty of the Taimiao architecture, taking photos here is also very photogenic! Camera position: 1⃣The front view of the Xiang Hall is the best 2⃣The white marble dragon head and pillars outside the Taimiao Hall 3⃣The steps behind the hall 4⃣The red pillars of the west side of the hall 6⃣The main door facing the hall 7⃣The Jinshui Bridge outside the South Gate 🚇Metro Line 8 (Exit the southwest exit of Jinyu Hutong Station and walk over) or Line 1 (Exit Exit A of Tiananmen East Station and walk over). If you are not familiar with the route, you can use the navigation system after exiting the subway and walk over.