Ancient Observatory, Beijing
The observatory covering 1,000 m2 was built in 1442and has been open to the public since 1983.
The observatory covering 1,000 m2 was built in 1442and has been open to the public since 1983. Ancient star maps and instruments to watch stars can be seen here. Displays on the history of Chinese astronomy, and several large astronomical instruments set on top of an old watchtower of the city walls.
Hours
Sun
9:00
16:00
Mon
9:00
16:00
Tue
9:00
16:00
Wed
9:00
16:00
Thu
9:00
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Fri
9:00
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Sat
9:00
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About Ancient Observatory
2 Dongbiaobei Hutong
+86 10 6524 22
Ancient Observatory and Nearby Sights on Map
Red Gate Gallery
Red Gate was founded in 1991 by Australian Brian Wallace
Yabaolu
Silk Street
Silk Street is a bustling market with over 1700 vendors, known for its counterfeit luxury apparel and accessories stores
Ming Dynasty City Wall Site Park
Beijing's city wall was build around 1435
Tongjiao Temple
Originally used by eunuchs but now actively used by nuns
Zhihua Temple
Buddhist temple built in 1443 One of the largest, oldest and best preserved wooden structures in Beijing
Zhihua Temple
China Art Archives and Warehouse
CAAW was one of the first galleries in Beijing with a history at least dating back to 1993
Art Channel
Gallery founded in 2006
