4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Not to Miss out in Beijing

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Here are some of the most popular UNESCO Heritage Sites in Beijing

The Temple of Heaven: The Temple of Heaven is a popular imperial complex located on the southeastern part of central Beijing. It was visited by Emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasty for making prayers to Heaven for a good harvest. The temple was constructed between 1406 and 1420 during the reign of the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty.

Summer Palace: Summer Palace was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in December 1998 because of the unique beauty it holds. It consists of several gardens, lakes, and an imperial garden of the Qing Dynasty. It stretches for 2.9 sq. kilometers and has many historical buildings positioned in sequence. The front hill is painted with lush green hills, pavilions, halls, palaces, temples, and bridges.

Forbidden City: The Forbidden City was constructed between 1406 and 1420, a palace complex that houses the Palace Museum in Beijing. It was the former palace for the Chinese imperial as well as the State residence of the Chinese Emperor between 1420 and 1924. The Forbidden City was the ceremonial and political center for the Chinese Government for 600 years.

The Great Wall of China: The Great Wall of China is a collective series of fortification system built along the northern borders of China to protect the Chinese states and empires from their enemies and other nomadic groups. The walls were built as early as the 7th century BC while the newer walls were constructed by the Qin Shi Huang during the 220 to 206 BC.

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