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Beijing's Most Elusive and Mysterious Temple Has Reopened! Come Explore

Originally built during the Ming Dynasty's Zhengde period With over 600 years of history 🌟One of Beijing's three most difficult-to-visit temples 🌟Beijing's most mysterious temple, once a Ming Dynasty intelligence agency 🌟No open temple doors, no incense offerings, no religious ceremonies ✅【Highlights】 1⃣️Murals (not open): "Emperor and Empress Releasing Animals" has restoration displays in the side hall 2⃣️Watchtowers: The temple has a watchtower at each of its four corners, rarely seen in temples, their exact purpose remains a mystery, but their shape suggests observation and defense 3⃣️Ancient trees: The ginkgo and cypress trees in the courtyard are over 500 years old, witnessing the temple's long history 4⃣️Imperial temple mystery: Why did the emperor build a temple here? Its former purpose was.... ⚠️Advance reservation required, daily visitor limit Guided tours available with reservation Note the hours: 9-12 (last entry 11:30) Afternoon hours 13-16 (last entry 15:30)
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Posted: May 10, 2025
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