Temple of Heaven, HongQiao Pearl Market
Highlights
* Temple of Heaven
* HongQiao Pearl Market
included with
* Round trip transfer from selected centrally located hotels (within 4th ring road)
* Private vehicle
* Private English-speaking guide
* Main entrance tickets
excluded by
* Optional guide and driver gratuities
* Food and drinks
Essential
Information
* Private guided tour with private car/vehicle
* Meals are not included
Restrictions
* Tour itinerary or transportation so described is subject to change without prior notice. In the event of adverse traffic conditions, traffic control, or important events (such as Celebrities, Conferences, Matches and etc.), we reserve the rights to change the schedule.
Itinerary
As a place of worship of emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties, the Temple of Heaven is for sure one of the richest tourist sites with more than hundreds of years of history. In ancient times, the Temple of Heaven was the place where emperors used to come every winter solstice to worship Heaven, unique element mandating emperors’ status on the earth. Solemnly Praying for a good harvest, it is the symbol of the emperor′s reign and stability. a visit to the Temple is where seeing the old people performing morning exercises such as Taichi, ancient martial art of sword, traditional dance, etc. Other scenes as the Nine Dragon cypress (more than 500 years old) with in the forest full of old pines and evergreen trees. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is the most symbolical Building of the Temple of Heaven′s attraction site, and other religious buildings such as The Circular Mound Altar and The Imperial Vault of Heaven all gives an impression that how magnificent they were during the history.
Hongqiao (Red Bridge) Market is a famous shopping destination located to the east of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. It is a vibrant and bustling market known for its wide variety of goods and unique shopping experience. The market is particularly popular among locals and tourists alike for its extensive selection of pearls, clothing, accessories, electronics, home decor items, and traditional Chinese handicrafts. From trendy fashion apparel to traditional Chinese qipaos, you can find an array of items to suit all tastes and preferences.
