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First Emperor Qin was only emperor for 15 years. In that time, he made great changes. It was under his rule that China became one country.

One of the things Emperor Qin wanted to accomplish was to strengthen China's protection from the Mongol tribe to the north. China's natural barriers in the east, south, and west, protected her from invasion. But China was vulnerable to the north.

Emperor Qin set people to work to build the Great Wall. Qin wanted a wall 30 feet wide and 50 feet high. This was quite an engineering feat!

Qin put many people to work building the wall including criminals, scholars, captured enemies and anyone he felt like assigning to the wall construction. Laborers who worked on the wall were not paid and they were not given very much food. It was slave labor and very harsh. People died of disease and exhaustion. There were accidents from falling rocks.

The Great Wall took a little longer than Qin had originally thought it would to build. It took over 1700 years! Emperor after emperor followed Qin's lead and forced people to build the wall. A great deal of the wall was built during the Ming Dynasty (1360-1640, during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance.) By the time the wall was done, it was over 13,000 miles long!

Barracks were built on the Great Wall to house soldiers who stood guard to defend China from attack from the north. Wide moats were build outside the wall to make approach even more difficult. Watch towers and beacon towers were built to send smoke signals, a sign of danger. When the people saw smoke rising from the wall, they knew the enemy was approaching from the north. Other soldiers ran to assist the soldiers on wall to stop the enemy from entering China.

After all that work and all that time, the truth is that the Great Wall did not work very well as a defensive barrier. There were too many open areas and the wall kept decaying. It is still decaying today. Over the years, roads have been cut through the wall. The government of China continually attempts to keep the wall from further damage. It is quite a job, as you can imagine!

Today, a great deal of the Great Wall still stands. You can visit it. You can stand on it. You can walk for miles on it. You can even see it from space! It is the largest man made structure in the world. It attracts thousands of visitors every day.

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Tianmen Mountain 4700 Feet High Glass Skywalk, Zhangjiajie China

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Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie is full of spectacular views and thrilling attractions like the longest cableway and 4700 feet high glass skywalk - ideal for photography and adventure.

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The Temple of Heaven was the most important of Beijing's imperial temples. It was where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties (from 1420 to 1900) worshiped the god of heaven and prayed for good harvests.

It has been described as "a masterpiece of architecture and landscape design".

Temple of Heaven Facts

Chinese: 天坛 Tiāntán /tyen-tan/ 'Heaven Temple'

Built: 1420

Purpose: For emperors to worship heaven

Popularity: China's #1 temple, TripAdvisor #4 for Beijing

Popular activities: appreciating the architecture and watching local people doing morning exercises

Suited to: anyone, especially history and architecture lovers

Park area: 2.7 sq km (1 sq mi)

Time needed: 2 hours

Location: central Beijing, 3 km (2 mi) south of the Forbidden City

The Temple of Heaven

Temple of Heaven History

From 1406 to 1420, the temple complex was built, as was the Forbidden City, during Emperor Yongle's re-establishment of Beijing as China's capital.

In 1530, the Imperial Vault and Mound Altar were added by Emperor Jiajing.

In 1889, the main hall was destroyed by a lightning strike, but it was rebuilt in the next decade.

In 1900, the temple complex was used as a temporary command post by foreign allies to defeat the Boxer Rebellion. Buildings were destroyed and the temple fell into neglect.

In 1918, the temple area was turned into a park and opened to the public.

In 1998, the Temple of Heaven was listed as UNESCO World Heritage.

Must-Sees at the Temple of Heaven

The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

The total area of Temple of Heaven Park is about 270 hectares (670 acres), but the main buildings are on a south-north line about 750 meters long in the middle of the park.

The most striking building of the Temple of Heaven is the tall, circularHall of Prayer for Good Harvests, in the north of the park. In the south of the park lie the Imperial Vault of Heaven and Circular Mound Altar. The areas are connected by a 360-meter long, 4-meter wide walkway, called Danbi Qiao ('Red Steps-to-the-Throne Bridge').

1. The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests

The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests ( 祈年殿 Qínián Diàn 'Pray-Year Hall') is the main building of the temple complex. It is where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties prayed yearly for good harvests. It is a grand, circular, wooden hall with a three-tiered roof, supported by 28 large pillars.

2. The Imperial Vault of Heaven

The Imperial Vault of Heaven

The Imperial Vault of Heaven (皇穹宇 Huáng Qióngyǔ 'Imperial Dome-Room') was a place dedicated to housing 'God's tablets', stone tablets used in the harvest prayer ceremony. Around the vault are the famous Echo Wall, Three Echo Stone, and Dialogue Stone.

3. Circular Mound Altar

Circular Mound Altar (圜丘坛 Huán Qiū Tán 'Encircling Mound Altar') is a three-layered altar made of marble. It is where the winter solstice ceremonies were held. The center of the altar is a round slate called the Heart of Heaven (天心石 Tiānxīn Shí 'Heaven-Heart Stone'), where the Emperor prayed for good weather.

Tour Route and Tourist Map

Generally, the Temple of Heaven tour route starts at South Gate（Illustrious Prosperity Gate）and proceeds north along the central axis: Circular Mound Altar - Echo Wall - The Imperial Vault of Heaven - Red Throne Steps Bridge - The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests - North Gate.

The above is the normal route, but the Temple of Heaven has many interesting places and traditional activities that you might miss if you travel alone...

Our specially designed tour routes offer a more interesting and impressive tour experience. You will come across lots of local people doing their morning exercises in Temple of Heaven Park. You can join in and share the moment with them, alongside a deeper discovery of imperial heaven worship.

The Grand and Mystical Architecture

The interior of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest

The Temple of Heaven is the most representative example of Chinese ritual architecture. It is known for its rigorous symbolic layout, peculiar structure, and magnificent decoration.

The design of the Temple of Heaven complex, true to its sacred purpose, reflects the mystical cosmological laws believed to be central to the workings of the universe. Both the overall arrangement and the buildings themselves reflect the perceived relationship between heaven and earth, the core of Chinese cosmology at that time.

Much numerology, symbolizing Chinese beliefs and religion, operates within the Temple of Heaven's design.

For example, because the number nine was considered to be the most powerful (representing eternity), the slabs forming the Circular Mound Altar were laid in multiples of nine.

Similarly, within the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, the interior twenty-eight columns are divided into four central pillars to represent the seasons, twelve inner columns to represent the months, and twelve outer columns to represent the twelve two-hour periods that made up a day.

Another interesting fact is that the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is one of the largest medieval wooden structures: 38 meters (125 ft) tall and 36 meters (118 ft) wide, built completely without nails. See more on The 4 Reasons Why Most Traditional Chinese Architecture Was Wooden.

The Temple of Heaven Winter Solstice Ceremony

Chinese emperors were thought to be "sons of heaven", revered as representatives of heaven on earth. Emperors regarded the winter solstice sacrifice ceremony for good harvests as the most important religious and political activity.

Three days before the ceremony, the emperor with his officials and guard would move from the Forbidden City to encamp at the Temple of Heaven. The Emperor would wear ceremonial robes and abstain from eating meat and drinking alcohol.

One day before, cattle were slaughtered and prepared as sacrificial offerings. There were as many as 700 utensils used for the rituals.

The ceremony was carried out with reverent attention to detail. It was believed that even a small deviation would incur the displeasure of heaven on China. Since the 19th year of Ming emperor Yongle, a total of 27 emperors worshipped in the Temple of Heaven. No ordinary people were allowed to see the ceremony.

Today's Temple of Heaven - "Morning Exercise Heaven"

You can see local people doing morning exercises in the Temple of Heaven.

Although in imperial times the public were not allowed to enter the enormous park, now for a minimal fee everyone can enjoy it all day long.

Early morning is the best time to visit the Temple of Heaven. It is well worth waking up for: you will have an interesting experience watching local people doing morning exercises.

Next to an older person practicing the slow and flowing movements of tai chi there might be a youngster performing vigorous kung fu punches and kicks. One group might be learning the ancient martial art of sword fighting, while another might be practicing a traditional dance.

Temple of Heaven Travel Information

How to Get to the Temple of Heaven
By subway:

East Gate: Take Line 5 to Tiantan Dongmen ('ToH. East Gate' 天坛东门) and leave from Exit A.

North Gate: Take Line 7 to Qiaowan (/chyao-wan/ 桥湾) and leave from Exit C.

By taxi (show one of these):

请带我去天坛东门。 (Please take me to the Temple of Heaven's East Gate.)

请带我去天坛南门。 (Please take me to the Temple of Heaven's South Gate.）

By bus:

South Gate: Take bus 36, 53, 122, 525, or 958 to Tiantan Nanmen ('ToH. South Gate' 天坛南门).

West Gate: Take bus 2, 17, 20, 36, 53, 71, 72, 93, 120, 622, or Bus Rapid Transit Line 1 (BRT 1) to Tiantan Ximen ('ToH. West Gate' 天坛西门).

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Visit the Temple of Heaven with a Local Expert

The Temple of Heaven is a historical site with a rich history and culture. It would be more interesting to visit it with a professional guide. We are more than happy to offer our excellent guide service and to tailor-make a tour for you.

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The Temple of Heaven was the most important of Beijing's imperial temples. It was where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties (from 1420 to 1900) worshiped the god of heaven and prayed for good harvests. It has been described as "a masterpiece of architecture and landscape design".

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Zhangjiajie's Stone Forest in China's Hunan Province has been more or less out of the international tourist radar in the past, but that is about to change.

Zhangjiajie's Rock Column Forest, or the Southern Sky Columns as they are also known, claim to be the model behind the striking hanging mountain scenery in the movie Avatar and have been getting a lot of attention as a result.

As you wander around the park, it is easy to feel transported to the Hallelujah Mountains in the Planet of Pandora... many are flocking to see the beautiful scenery and enjoy all this area has to offer.

The entire Wulingyuan Scenic Area where the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is located, includes over 3,100 sandstone pillars of varying heights with some reaching over 800 meters, lush valleys and dense forests, lakes, caves, waterfalls and streams, all spread over an area of approximately 266 square miles (690 square kilometers).

It has been designated a Unesco World Heritage Site and a Unesco Global Geopark.

The area is also home to several ethnic groups, the Tu, Bai and Miao minority groups inhabit the area, adding a very special cultural and historical element to any visit to this beautiful place.

To do it justice, a 4-5 day visit is recommended as there is much to see and do.

Wulingyuan Scenic Area's Main Sections

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

This is China's first National Park, the beautiful peaks and rocky formations are concentrated in six main scenic spots and over 90 smaller ones. There are five entrances around the Zhangjiajie mountains. The two main entrances are Zhangjiajie Village in the West side of the park, and the Wulingyuan entrance in the East. Most hotels and accomodations are found here.

Among the highlights are Golden Whip Stream, Yuanjiajie in the northern part of the park, South Heaven Pillar and Five Finger Park pictured above.

Also at the Park you find the Bailong Elevator which runs alongside one of the cliffs at the end of Golden Whip Stream and brings you to the top of the peaks at a height of 326 meters.

The glass elevator allows for a thrilling ride, as you come up the first 154 meters through the underground shaft and suddenly are face to face with this beautiful stone forest. It is China's highest elevator, and perhaps the world, however, its future is uncertain as it was built without consulting the World Heritage Committee in 1999 and construction of new structures is forbidden.

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The Suoxi Valley

This is the largest section of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area and you find more than 200 scenic spots in the Suoxiyu Natural Resource Reserve. The highlights here are:

Gan Xi Gou or the Ten Mile Gallery

the Sea of Stone Forest or West Sea

Bao Feng Lake

Tianzi Mountain (Tianzishan)

Tianzi Mountain or Heaven's Son Mountain is best known for its tall peaks surrounded by fog and mist, peaceful sunrises and awe inspiring sunsets.

This mountain range is at a higher elevation and located in the Northern side of the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. The highest peaks reach over 3,900 feet or 1,200 meters above sea level.

Because of the higher elevation, you can enjoy views of the entire Wulingyuan Area from the top of Tianzi Mountain. There are over 100 natural viewing platforms through the Reserve. Cable cars bring you to the summit in minutes and the ride in itself is a treat as you float over the peaks and this wonderful landscape.

The views vary according to the season, or even the time of day as you climb up higher. Cool temperatures of about 12° C or 54° F are the year round average.

More tips for families visiting Zhangjiajie

We spoke to Jeffrey Tang from www.zjjtrip.net, he has been helping travelers to Zhangjiajie for the last five years, used to work at a hotel at Zhangjiajie Forest Park and knows the area well. Besides the regular "must-sees" outlined above, these are some of his recommendations and more things to do in and around Zhangjiajie with kids:

The Yellow Dragon Cave with its beautiful formations, but watch out grandma and grandpa as there are some challenging steps here.

Yaozizhai is an off-the-beaten-path little visited mountain, very attractive for more adventurous families that want to do some hiking.

Rafting in the Mendong river offering some challenging rapids.

The Ancient town of Fenghuang, about 4 hours from Zhangjiajie, home to the Miao minority group, where you can experience this colorful culture.

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Zhangjiajie's Stone Forest in China's Hunan Province has been more or less out of the international tourist radar in the past, but that is about to change. Zhangjiajie's Rock Column Forest, or the Southern Sky Columns as they are also known, claim to be the model behind the striking hanging mountain scenery in the movie Avatar and have been getting a lot of attention as a result.

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Tianmen or "Heavenly Gate" mountain is named for the enormous gaping hole in the center of the rock that appears as a sunlit portal to another world. The mountain, which towers over the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in China, has just acquired even more reason to associate itself with the lofty firmament.

A terrifying glass walkway slithers around the vertical cliffs of the mountain, bringing adrenaline junkies to new heights. The skywalk sits 4,700 feet up the mountain, offering breathtaking views and spine-tingling thrills. The crystal clear bridge is 3 feet wide, 2 1/2 inches thick and winds around the mountain for 200 feet. While the landscape imparts a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains, this is one scenic route you'll want to walk gazing downward. The skyway offers a unique vista of the mountainous summits that launch out of the dense foliage of the park underneath. Clouds sometimes obscure the spectacle underfoot, but hey, it's not everyday you get to walk on a cloud.

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Reed Flute Cave is a natural limestone cave in the Guangxi province of China. Its name is derived from a variety of naturally abundant reed that grows throughout the area, which can be used to make flutes. The Reed Flute Cave boasts bodies of water, extraordinary stalagmite and stalactite formations…

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The Leshan Giant Buddha was built during the Tang Dynasty It is carved out of a cliff face that lies at the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan. The stone sculpture faces Mount Emei, with the rivers flowing below his feet. It is the largest carved stone Buddha in the world and at the time of its construction was the tallest statue in the world.

The Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996; It was not damaged by the 2008 Sichuan earthquake.

History

Construction was started in 713, led by a Chinese monk named Haithong. He hoped that the Buddha would calm the turbulent waters that plagued the shipping vessels travelling down the river. When funding for the project was threatened, he is said to have gouged out his own eyes to show his piety and sincerity. After his death, however, the construction was stuck due to insufficient funding. About 70 years later, a jiedushi decided to sponsor the project and the construction was completed by Haitong's disciples in 803. Head of the statue, comparing in size to a spectator in the background.

Apparently the massive construction resulted in so much stone being removed from the cliff face and deposited into the river below that the currents were indeed altered by the statue, making the waters safe for passing ships.

Degradation

The Leshan Buddha has fallen victim to the pollution emanating from the unbridled development in the region. According to Xinhua news agency: "The Leshan Buddha and many Chinese natural and cultural heritage sites have succumbed to weathering, air pollution, inadequate protection and negative influences brought by swarms of tourists." The local government has shut factories and power plants close to the statue. However, the statue is already suffering a "blackened nose" and smears of dirt across the face. The government has promised to give restoration to the site.

Dimensions

At 71 metres tall, the statue depicts a seated Maitreya Buddha with his hands resting on his knees. His shoulders are 28 metres wide and his smallest toenail is large enough to easily accommodate a seated person. There is a local saying: "The mountain is a Buddha and the Buddha is a mountain". This is partially because the mountain range in which the Leshan Giant Buddha is located is thought to be shaped like a slumbering Buddha when seen from the river, with the Leshan Giant Buddha as its heart.

Information based on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leshan_Giant_Buddha

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Leshan Giant Buddha The Leshan Giant Buddha was built during the Tang Dynasty It is carved out of a cliff face that lies at the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan.

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Joining in the Panda Loving Care Program is the most highlight to do in Dujiangyan Panda Base. Here you can not only have a close look at pandas, but also learn some rescue skills and scientific knowledge about pandas.

During the classic one-day Panda Loving Care program, the activities include honorary keepers, science quest, panda nutritionist, panda movie, panda class and panda fun trip.

● Honorable Keeper: clean up bamboos, pick up droppings, wash the enclosures, observe and understand the panda's status and living conditions, etc. It takes about 2 hours.

● Science Quest: explore the panda rescue exhibition hall to know about stories associated with panda rescues. It takes about 30 minutes.

● Panda Cinema: watch a documentary that allows scientific facts about pandas, to understand how humans protect them, and how we may live in harmony with them.

● Panda Nutritionist: prepare food for the pandas and also experience the fun of making the "Panda's Cake". It takes about 45 minutes.

● Panda Class: inviting our experienced panda experts to share their scientific knowledge. It takes about 45 minutes.

● Love Garden: Plant bamboos and trees, as well as set up nametags. It takes about 45 minutes.

● Fun Trip: after a day's observing, studying, let panda husbandry learners be quizzed with questions regarding facts about pandas. It takes about 30 minutes.

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After the panda loving care activities, participants will receive an official certificate from CCRCGP that proves your love for giant pandas, as well as souvenirs, like a panda badge, a panda T-shirt or a panda club magazine.

Important Notes: Above activities are for reference only. The final arrangement of the Panda Loving Care Program is subject to change. You are welcomed to check with us before coming.

Tips: Since July to Auguest is the super peak season for doing a Panda Loving Care Program, if you want to enjoy the activity during those months, it is highly advised to book at least 2 months in advance.
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Honorable Keeper

Panda Honorable Keeper Experience

Panda Honorable Keeper Experience

By Private Car (Top Recommended): Taking a licensed private car with the help of a local experienced driver is the most convenient way, because you can get from your hotel to Dujiangyan Panda Base directly, without the hassles to find the right coach station or high speed railway station. As a local travel agency based in Chengdu, we China Discovery also provide convenient local tour guide and driver service to escort and accompany you to Dujiangyan Panda Base from Chengdu airport, train station, hotels or any other locations in Chengdu by licensed private car. If you are interested about such a service, please feel free to contact us for help!

By High Speed Train plus Taxi (Good Alternative Option for Independent Travelers): Ride a bullet train from Xipu Railway Station to Qingchengshan Railway Station needs about half an hour. And after arriving at Qingchengshan Railway Station, it needs 10 minutes around to get to the panda base by taxi. For independent travelers who prefer bullet trains, this way may be a good alternative option.

By Coach (Cheapest but Most Time-consuming): Chengdu Chadianzi Coach Station (茶店子汽车站) and Xinnanmen Coach Station (新南门汽车站) in Chengdu downtown offer long-distance coach service to Dujiangyan Coach Station. Every day, there are about 10 coaches for you to choose. The coach ride takes about 1.5~2 hours. After get off the coach, you can hop on a taxi to Dujiangyan Panda Base.

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Panda Loving Care Certificate

Dujiangyan Panda Base is not the only reason that attracted numerous of tourists gathering there. Besides the panda base, Dujiangyan is also famed for its great Mount Qingcheng and Dujiangyan Irrigation System.

Mount Qingcheng

Mount Qingcheng, or known as Qingchengshan, is the most popular hiking mountain in Chengdu region. Besides, Mount Qingcheng is also known as one of the cradles of Chinese Taoism. Together with Dujiangyan Irrigation System, Mount Qingcheng was added to the World Heritage Site List in 2000.

Dujiangyan Irrigation System

With a history of more than two thousand years, Dujiangyan Irrigation System is a magical Ecological Engineering Feat without the use of any dams! It has played an important role on flood control and irrigation to Chengdu Plain for centuries. Tons of visitors come there to have a glimpse of this masterpiece and show their respects for the sagacious ancients.

Jiezi Ancient Town

Jiezi Ancient Town is not situated in Dujiangyan but in Chongzhou City. However, it is only 7km away from Dujiangyan Panda Base, which takes only 15 minutes around to get there by car. Jiezi Ancient Town is a fantastic place for strolling and history exploring.

Mount Qingcheng

Dujiangyan Irrigation System

Take a whole day to be a Panda Keeper and take care of adorable giant pandas up-close is the most popular way to visit Dujiangyan Panda Base. Join in Dujiangyan Panda Base Panda Loving Care Program, and then you can enjoy such a once-in-lifetime experience! During the Panda Loving Care day, you will learn how to clean up bamboos, pick up droppings and make cakes for pandas. Besides, you will have opportunities to feed a panda right in front of you! For more details, please check our most popular 1 Day Dujiangyan Panda Loving Care Tour to get inspired!

Before or after the exciting loving care day, you are suggested to spend another 1~2 days to explore Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng like many other visitors do! Want to add more highlights of Chengdu downtown into your tour? Why not leave yourself 1~2 days more to enjoy the unique slow-paced lifestyle and savor the unbeatable food there?
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Since Dujiangyan also sits on the popular Western Sichuan Small Tourist Loop, you can also go further west from Dujiangyan to get more Western Sichuan surprises. This region will offer you world-class alpine snow-caped mountains, grasslands, lakes and a strong taste of Tibet without filling for a Tibet Entry Permit!
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