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Temple of Heaven

Imperial Vault of Heaven, built after the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest (and around the same time as the Round Altar). Used to store the spirit tablets used in the winter solstice heaven worship.

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Imperial Vault of Heaven, built after the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest (and around the same time as the Round Altar). Used to store the spirit tablets used in the winter solstice heaven worship.

Tags: temple of heaven, first week, sightseeing