Temple of the Moon
月坛 · Yuetan Subdistrict
temple in Beijing, China
Contents
5 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Temple of the Moon (Yuetan)
Welcome to the Temple of the Moon, known in Chinese as Yuetan. Located in the Xicheng District of Beijing, this site is one of the four prestigious imperial altars built during the Ming Dynasty in 1530 to serve the spiritual…
Listen in the app2The Altar of the Moon and Sacrificial Rites
At the heart of the North Park lies the remains of the Altar of the Moon. In its heyday, this was a magnificent white marble platform, meticulously designed according to imperial numerology. …
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Near the ceremonial entrance stands the Bell Tower, a classic piece of Ming-era architecture. This tower housed a massive bronze bell that would be rung during the start and end of the sacrificial ceremonies. …
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The Temple of the Moon is a physical manifestation of 'Yin' philosophy. In the traditional Chinese worldview, the universe is a balance of opposing forces: Sun and Moon, Heaven and Earth, Male and Female. …
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As our tour of the Temple of the Moon comes to a close, take a moment to breathe in the tranquil air of this urban sanctuary. We have journeyed through the sacred history of the Ming and Qing dynasties, explored the symbolism of…
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What is Temple of the Moon?
Temple of the Moon is a place in Yuetan Subdistrict with 5 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Yuetan Subdistrict |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 5 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 39.9159, 116.3460 |
| Last updated |
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