China
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Temple of Heaven, Beijng
The Temple of Heaven in Beijng Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the largest building in the Temple of Heaven. The complex was visited by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for a good harvest. The temple complex was constructed in the beginning of the 15th century during the Ming Dynasty. The Temple of Heaven is located few kilometers south of Tiananmen Square.
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First View of the Great Wall of China
During the last stop before Beijing, we unexpectedly got our first view of The Great Wall of China from the train. Unfortunately it was foggy and / or there was a lot of smog. However, even this hazy view of the Great Wall of China caused positive unrest among passengers of the Trans Mongolian Express. The Great Wall of China as seen from the Trans Mongolian Express
