Peking. Temple of Heaven Zürich : Photoglob Company, ca. 1890-1910 Temples,China Beijing
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![The image depicts the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China. This ancient temple is recognized by its iconic multi-tiered pagoda structure painted in red and blue with intricate gold accents at the top tier. It stands prominently against a backdrop of soft clouds and sky hues ranging from light to deeper blues.
In front of the main building lies an expansive grassy area leading up to it, flanked on both sides by rows of white stone steps or terraces that ascend towards a central pathway converging directly with the temple's entrance. The structure is surrounded by greenery, including trees and patches of grass which seem somewhat overgrown in places.
The image appears vintage, suggesting it could be from an early 20th-century postcard collection as indicated by "PEKING TEMPLE OF H[...] Zürich: Photoglob Company" on the lower right corner. The bottom left also contains a number likely denoting its cataloging or reference within that series.
This temple is not merely a religious structure but an architectural marvel, symbolizing heaven and often used for imperial court ceremonies in China's dynastic history.](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/113/191/842/785/649/277/original/13be999f687e8304.jpeg "The image depicts the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China. This ancient temple is recognized by its iconic multi-tiered pagoda structure painted in red and blue with intricate gold accents at the top tier. It stands prominently against a backdrop of soft clouds and sky hues ranging from light to deeper blues.
In front of the main building lies an expansive grassy area leading up to it, flanked on both sides by rows of white stone steps or terraces that ascend towards a central pathway converging directly with the temple's entrance. The structure is surrounded by greenery, including trees and patches of grass which seem somewhat overgrown in places.
The image appears vintage, suggesting it could be from an early 20th-century postcard collection as indicated by \"PEKING TEMPLE OF H[...] Zürich: Photoglob Company\" on the lower right corner. The bottom left also contains a number likely denoting its cataloging or reference within that series.
This temple is not merely a religious structure but an architectural marvel, symbolizing heaven and often used for imperial court ceremonies in China's dynastic history.")
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