The 1530 Altar of the Sun, set among 44 ancient trees in the embassy district, is the neighbourhood park where residents come for morning exercise, a fishing pond and a corner set aside for seniors. Visitors know the Temple of Heaven; few walk the few minutes from Jianguomen to this quieter imperial altar.
- Address
- 6 Ritan Beilu, Chaoyang District
- Hours
- Mon-Sun 06:00-21:00 (visitbeijing.com.cn)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 1 h
- Price
- Free (visitbeijing.com.cn)
- Price level
- ¥
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Come early for the morning exercise groups
- The white-stone altar faces west; the old sacred road runs from the West Heavenly Gate