Walk Tour 15th Century Buddhist Temple and Hutong Walk
Description
Step inside a Ming Dynasty beautiful Buddhist Temple: Zhihua Temple, a place of serenity and harmony. Zhihua Temple is an architectural and cultural gem that stands as a testament to the richness of both Buddhism and Chinese heritage. This temple has a fascinating long history, going all the way back to the middle era of the Ming Dynasty (1443 A.D.). It was originally the family temple of Wang Zhen, who was a Grand Eunuch of the Ming Dynasty. Afterwards, let's take a stroll inside the local neighborhood and to visit the Hutong Museum, which nestled in a traditional well-preserved Beijing Courtyard. The exhibition at the Shijia Hutong Museum tells the life story of the former owner of this courtyard, as well as its history and the culture of traditional hutong life in Beijing.
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This temple has a fascinating long history, going all the way back to the 15th century. It was originally the family temple of Wang Zhen, who was a Grand Eunuch of the Ming Dynasty. Today it is the largest wooden building complex from the Ming Dynasty in Beijing.
The Shijia Hutong Museum is located in an ancient hutong, which is a traditional residential area full of historical charm. It is built following the complete courtyard - style layout, featuring the typical architecture of Siheyuan.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
