Beijing Ancient Observatory Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

The Beijing Ancient Observatory is located at the southwest corner of the Jianguomen Overpass in Beijing. It was built during the Zhengtong period of the Ming Dynasty and was the national observatory during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is one of the oldest observatories in the world. It is famous for its complete architecture, exquisite instruments, long history and unique position in the cultural exchange between East and West.

Attractions distribution:

The Beijing Ancient Observatory has ancient astronomical exhibitions on time calendars, celestial events, and Lingtai rituals, giving a comprehensive display of the history and development of ancient Chinese astronomy. In addition, there are eight large-scale observatories made in the Qing Dynasty on the ancient observatory in Beijing. They are arranged clockwise from the southeast corner, in order: equatorial theodolite, episodic theodolite, horizon theodolite, horizon theodolite, ecliptic theodolite, celestial sphere, and quadrant (horizon). Latitude instrument), Jiheng Fuchen instrument (armillary sphere in Qing Dynasty). Replicas of the Ming Dynasty Armillary Sphere, Ming Dynasty Jianyi, Yuan Dynasty Yangyi, and Yuan Dynasty Plans are displayed in the courtyard of Ziwei Palace in Taixi. Tainan Garden displays replicas of armillary spheres from the Ming Dynasty, as well as ancient watches and sundials from the Qing Dynasty.

Scenic spot qualifications:

National key units

Scenic spot features:

astronomy, monuments, monuments