📜 Historic imperial ancestral temple, now a cultural palace.
🔍 Located on the eastern flank of the Forbidden City, spanning 48 acres.
🏛️ Explore grand halls where emperors performed ancient sacrificial ceremonies
🌳 Wander amidst ancient cypress trees in a serene setting
🚶 Enjoy a less crowded alternative to the Forbidden City
📸 Capture stunning imperial architecture
⚠️ Ticketing process can be challenging, book in advance
📈 Can be very crowded during weekends and public holidays
🚫 Entrance to temple itself requires additional fee beyond garden entry
⏰ Visit during weekday mornings or late afternoon for fewer crowds.
🎟️ Book tickets online in advance, they sell out quickly.
🚶♀️ Consider visiting here before going to the Forbidden City.
💰 Garden entrance CNY 2, additional CNY 15 for temple entrance (peak season).
🕒 Palace grounds: Apr-Oct 6:30-19:30; Nov-Mar 7:00-17:30. Temple opens at 9:00.
🚇 Take Subway Line 1 to Tian'anmen East (Exit B) or Tiananmen West.
🚌 Buses 1, 2, 52, 59, 82, 120 to Tianamen East Station.
Last updated 6 days ago
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