Beijing's hidden treasure: Explore the royal secrets of Ditan Park.

Ditan Park was the place where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshiped the "Emperor of the Earth." It is the largest altar for worshiping the earth in China and the second largest altar among the five altars in Beijing. Here is a travel guide with must-see attractions and travel recommendations. If you are planning to visit Ditan Park, this guide is a must-read. 1️⃣ Main attractions 1. Fangze Altar: The main building of Ditan Park, a two-story square stone platform with a Tianxin Stone in the center, surrounded by nine stone slabs symbolizing the nine states. 2. Huangzhi Room: The place where the Emperor of the Earth is worshiped. Inside the room, there is a plaque with the words "Huangzhi Room" written by Emperor Qianlong, as well as some exquisite carvings and paintings. 3. Zhaisheng Pavilion: The place where livestock were slaughtered during the Ming and Qing dynasties. The building has a unique style, with a double-eaved hip roof. 4. Shenkou: The place where sacrificial items were stored. The building has a unique style, with a single-eaved hip roof. 5. Fangze Pavilion: Located on the northeast side of Fangze Altar, it is a Ming dynasty building with a simple and elegant style. 2️⃣ Recommended travel route: Enter from the south gate, visit Fangze Altar, Huangzhi Room, Zhaisheng Pavilion, and Shenkou in order, and finally exit from the west gate; or enter from the west gate, visit Fangze Pavilion, Fangze Altar, Huangzhi Room, Zhaisheng Pavilion, and Shenkou. 3️⃣ Transportation information 🚉 Subway: Line 2 to Yonghegong or Andingmen Station, Line 5 to Yonghegong or Hepinglibeijie Station 🚌 Bus: South Gate of Ditan Park: 13, 116, 62, 44, 130, 684, 909, 75, Special 12, Special 2; West Gate: 104, 108, 124 trolleybus or 27, 127, 119, 407, 328, 18, 113, 430, 558, Special 11; North Gate: 125, 127; East Gate: 117 4️⃣ Ticket price: Ditan Park ticket is CNY 2, Huangzhi Room is CNY 5 5️⃣ Opening hours: May 1 to October 31, 06:00–21:30; November 1 to April 30, 06:00–20:30 1. Autumn ginkgo viewing: The ginkgo avenue in Ditan Park is an ancient ginkgo road in Beijing. From late October to early November every year, the ginkgo avenue in the park is a popular spot for Beijing residents to take photos of the yellow leaves. 2. Spring Festival Temple Fair: During the Spring Festival, Ditan Park holds a grand temple fair, and the park is very lively. There is a Qing-style sacrificial performance, showing the grand occasion of the emperor's sacrificial ceremony. This information can help you understand the main tourist attractions and related information of Ditan Park, and I hope it will be helpful for your travel plans.