Beijing Ancient Architecture MuseumⅢ

In the museum, the most distinctive and valuable articles are the model of ancient Beijing, and the caisson in Longfu Temple. Made in 1950, the former consists of 108 pieces and displays a comprehensive picture of the buildings in ancient Beijing. The caisson is a special ceiling used in traditional Chinese structure. Built in the Ming Dynasty, the wooden ornamental caisson in Longfu Temple is umbrella-shaped with artistic carvings of pavilions and figures. In the center is a horoscope map, and each constellation bears its name in neat regular script. Generally accepted as a unique work in the architectural field, this caisson is crucial for studying ancient astronomy.

Admission Fee:
CNY 15
Opening Hours:
09:00-16:00 (Tuesday-Sunday)
Bus Route:
7, 17,20, 36, 120, 203, 504, 707, 729, 744, 803, 826, 943 to Xiannongtan (Xiannong Temple, 先农坛), and then you could walk to the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum (中国古代建筑博物馆).