Top 10 destinations for Mid-Autumn Festival in Beijing

By Lin Liyao
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   Temple of the Moon (月坛公园)

 

Temple of the Moon,one of the 'Top 10 destinations for mid-autumn day in Beijing'by China.org.cn.

Sacrifice ceremony at Temple of the Moon [CRI]
Temple of the Moon, or Yuetan Park, is nestled to the west of the ancient imperial city. Built in 1530, the altar was the place where emperors of Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1636-1911) Dynasties offered sacrifice to the God of the Moon and the Gods of the Stars. In 1955, the temple was renovated and opened to public as a park. Covering an area of 8.12 hectares, the park consists of two parts: north garden and south garden. Besides beautiful plants and ancient architectures, strolling around the altar, visitors can experience a closer view of Chinese history, especially regarding the culture of Mid-autumn Day.

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