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Temple of Heaven
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Temple of Heaven

天坛

Beijing, China

A masterpiece of Ming dynasty architecture (1420 CE) where Chinese emperors annually offered prayers to heaven for good harvests. The circular Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests — with its triple blue-tiled roof — is one of the most recognized architectural icons of China. Set in a vast park full of tai chi practitioners. UNESCO World Heritage Site.