Temple of Heaven - Timeless Ancient Structures

“Timeless Ancient Structures” is a CGTN Documentary series that takes you inside some of China’s most iconic and historic buildings. Guided by leading architects, each episode introduces elements of traditional craftsmanship using cutting-edge technology including 3D scanning and augmented reality, revealing the wisdom of the past and the creativity that it sparks still today.

Watch as we explore the Temple of Heaven at the southern tip of Beijing’s Central Axis. Once an exclusive site for imperial rituals, it is the best-preserved sacrificial building complex in China.