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The Temple of Heaven is one of the most impressive imperial temples and dates from the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

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The Emperor of China held the title: Son of Heaven. He ruled by divine right - a mandate from heaven. In return, he was held accountable for the welfare of his people. A virtuous monarch, much favoured by the gods, could set his people free from hunger, want, and natural calamities. One of the Emperor's sacred duties at the winter solstice was to perform rituals and to offer prayers for rich harvests and peace in the land. He worshipped at the altar in the Temple of Heaven. The Circular Altar Mound, the Imperial Vault of Heaven and the Hall of Prayer for a Good Harvest all depict celestial order and harmony. The half circle formed by the northern wall represents heaven while the square shaped southern wall represents the earth. The unique blue tiles reflect the color of the sky. The triple tiers add up to the mystical number of nine that also symbolizes heaven. A prayer uttered at the Echo Wall will circulate round the World. Why not give it a try yourself?

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Round Stone, Circular Mound Altar (7633 Views - 9 Comments)	Leisure Time, Temple of Heaven (10051 Views - 7 Comments)	Echo Wall,Temple of Heaven (9004 Views - 7 Comments)
Liao Lu,Temple of Heaven,Beijing (8516 Views - 4 Comments)	Imperial Vault of Heaven,Temple of Heaven (9401 Views - 6 Comments)	Inside of Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest (12486 Views - 6 Comments)
Imperial Vault of Heaven,Temple of Heaven (9958 Views - 6 Comments)	Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest (10072 Views - 7 Comments)	An old man plays accordion in the Temple of Heaven (9077 Views - 7 Comments)
Gates to Circular Mound Altar (29540 Views - 11 Comments)	People play hulusi, Temple of Heaven (11699 Views - 5 Comments)	Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest (4166 Views - 2 Comments)
Long Corridor (4681 Views - 4 Comments)	Imperial Vault of Heaven (8309 Views - 5 Comments)	Circular Mound Altar (4117 Views - 4 Comments)

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