Doorway to the Fasting Palace at the Temple of Heaven Park in Beijing. It is also called the Palace of Abstinence, and that name suits it better. This is because the Emperor did not come here to fast. Rather, he would come here to purify himself before participating in ceremonies by staying off meat, liquor and women.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Fasting Palace
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