The Temple of Heaven
by Yan Bingwu
Title
The Temple of Heaven
Artist
Yan Bingwu
Medium
Painting - Mixed Media On Watercolor Paper
Description
Dating to 1420, the Temple of Heaven is located in southern Beijing. Its northern semi-circular section and rectangular wing to the south represent the age-old belief that heaven is round and the earth is square. Within this impressive structure's complex is the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests which was visited by emperors during each winter solstice. There, these rulers prayed for fruitful growing seasons and offered sacrifices to that end. In 1889, this building was destroyed by lightning, however it was rebuilt the following year. Amazingly, not a single nail was used in its construction. Another sacred structure within the complex is the Hall of the Vault of Heaven. Interestingly, this hall's outer wall is also known as Echo Wall, for even the quietest voices reverberate across it. To the south of the Hall of the Vault of Heaven lies the Round Altar which was built around the figure nine -- a symbol of religious significance. Outside, lush gardens beautifully complement the Temple of Heaven complex.
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