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The Temple of Heaven

The Temple of Heaven, built in 1420, is situated in a huge park with beautiful grounds. You can read more about it at ChinaTravelGuide.

Buddhist tourists line up to pray where the emperors prayed once a year on the Winter Solstice.

 

 

Musicians performing in the corridors on the temple grounds attract many onlookers.

The lush temple grounds are carpeted with clover.

A boy flys his kite outside the temple gate. Kite flying is popular in the park.

A young man jumps rope near the temple entrance, a few steps away from the bustling city.

Hot roast yams for sale.

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