Return to the Temple of Heaven

Today we returned to the Temple of Heaven Park, since the renovations on the centrepiece, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, are now complete. We went early in the morning, when it is cool. At this time there are many Chinese exercising and playing games. This man was enjoying showing off his skills.


Performer
An interesting new activity we haven't seen before is painting calligraphy on the sidewalk using water as ink. A thought provoking idea!


Calligrapher


Water Calligraphy
The roses are in full bloom now (maybe most are a little past their peak). They seem to like the Beijing climate, maybe too surprising since roses come from China. Tthe large rose garden here was quite spectacular.


Rose Garden


Yellow and Red Roses
The Round Altar is a marble construction based on the number 9. It is said that if you stand on the central stone your voice is amplified by the construction. Others were trying this, but we didn't.


carved Pillars


Central Stone


Blue Tile Dragon
The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests was sparkling with it's fresh coat of paint.


Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests


Interior