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Top 10 destinations for Mid-Autumn Festival in Beijing

2013-09-17 09:59:28

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No. 4: Temple of the Moon (月坛公园)

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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