The most prominent part of the Temple of Heaven complex, a masterpiece of wood frame construction.
Built during the reign of the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, also responsible for the construction of the Forbidden City.
Originally built in 1420, the Altar of Prayer was burned down by a fire caused by lightning in 1889, and then re-built.
Located in southern Dongcheng District, southeastern part of central Beijing, China.
The most prominent part of the Temple of Heaven complex, a masterpiece of wood frame construction.
Built during the reign of the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, also responsible for the construction of the Forbidden City.
Originally built in 1420, the Altar of Prayer was burned down by a fire caused by lightning in 1889, and then re-built.
Located in southern Dongcheng District, southeastern part of central Beijing, China.