Beijing | Avoid the crowds and visit the Temple of Heaven, witnessing the illuminated Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests for the first time

| Avoid the crowds and visit the Temple of Heaven, witnessing the illuminated Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests for the first time. In 2005, I strolled through the Temple of Heaven in the morning, watching the elderly exercise and walk around. 2010, I took photos of the Temple of Heaven at noon, amidst a bustling crowd. 2023, I visited the Temple of Heaven at night for the first time and saw the illuminated Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. During the peak summer holiday season, the Temple of Heaven Park is bustling with people during the day, crowded and busy. I chose to visit the park at an off-peak time, at 6 pm, when other tourists were leaving the area, I went against the flow and entered the park. From evening to night, I saw a completely different Temple of Heaven Park compared to the daytime. 🎡 What to see when visiting the Temple of Heaven at off-peak times? 🌇 Evening stroll in the Temple of Heaven Park Arriving at the Temple of Heaven Park at 6 pm, the twilight of summer is intense and rich, the reluctant rays of light pass through the large groves, sprinkle on the soft, oily green grass, fall on the ancient walls that carry heavy history, reflecting mottled light and shadow, filled with the unique charm and allure of the Temple of Heaven. The park is lively during the day, but gentle in the evening. The summer heat fades away, the temperature is comfortable, a gentle breeze brushes the face, soft and quiet. At this moment, the Temple of Heaven Park is truly lovely. 🌌 Night view of the illuminated Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests Although I have been to the Temple of Heaven several times, I have never seen the illuminated Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests. As daylight recedes, the lights in the park come on one by one under the bluesy sky. Gradually, the area outside the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests fills with tourists coming to watch. Although it's not possible to enter and one can only view from the outside, the collision of colors between the red walls and the bluesy sky under the lights is endlessly enchanting. The magnificent and splendid Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the inner peace and the sanctity of the hall, at this moment, the whole world becomes quiet. 💙 Little tips: 1. Lighting time of the Temple of Heaven: Fridays and Saturdays from 20:00 to 22:00 Off-peak visiting hours: Summer evenings from 6-8 pm 2. Check the sunset time in advance. I went in July, entered the park at 6 pm, just in time to capture backlighting, less crowded scenes, and at 8 pm the lights were turned on, perfect for photographing the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and catching the bluesy hour. However, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests is currently not open to the inside, only the exterior can be viewed, and there are railings outside the main gate, which are far away. 3. In the evening, visitors to the Temple of Heaven Park leave one after another, making the area particularly suitable for photography. The corridor, ancient wall shadows, grass, and trees surrounding the enclosure of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests are all great spots for taking photos. 4. During the peak season and holidays, book in advance. ✅ Practical Information ▪️ Name: Temple of Heaven Park 📍 Address: No. 7 Tiantan Neili, Dongcheng District, Beijing 💰 Ticket Price: 15 yuan