The Temple of Heaven in Beijing
1 min read1.A Brieflntroduction
The Temple of Heaven was built in 1420 during the reign ofEmperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty.Situated in the southern part of the city of Beijing，thisgrand set of structures covers an area of 273 hectares.It was the place where the Ming and Qing emperors offered sacrifices①and prayers for a propitious
2.The Hall ofPrayer for Good Harvests
The Hall ofPrayer for Good Harvests is the temple’s main building，which is a circular wooden structure 38 meters high and 30 meters in diameter③.It is the place where the emperor prayed for good harvests.
3.The Circular Mound Altar
The Circular Mound Altaris one of the more important buildings and is a three-tier white stone terrace enclosed by two walls.Geometrically designed，the altar has a taiji rock at the center of the top terrace.
4.the Heart ofHeaven
The center of The Circular Mound Altar is a round slate called the Heart of HeavenOor the Supreme Yang，where the Emperor prayed for favorable weather.
5.The Imperial Vault ofHeaven
The Imperial Vault of Heaven is to the north of the Circular Mound in which the tablet of God of Heaven is placed.The main hall is built to be a round pavilion with dark blue roof symbolizing heaven.
