Name: The ancient temple of the sun hidden in modern Beijing
Uploaded: 2026-06-23T16:24:07+08:00
Duration: 1 min 40 s
Description: Located in downtown Beijing, Ritan Park was once an imperial altar where the emperors of the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties worshipped the god of the sun to pray for harmony and good harvests.

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Located in downtown Beijing, Ritan Park was once an imperial altar where the emperors of the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties worshipped the god of the sun to pray for harmony and good harvests. Today, it's a peaceful blend of ancient history and city life. CGTN's Ioana Gomoi invites you to discover it with her.

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