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Ritan Park

China, an East Asian country is one of the world’s oldest civilizations. It has a vast cultural history of more than five thousand years and an outstanding natural beauty. On the other hand, this country has remained a comparatively isolated and secluded one, and being a land of mystery, this country is not known to the western half of the world. However, China is rapidly developing and has grown in the phase of modernization, with an immense speed and is also welcoming the outer world to interact and do business with them.

Built in 1530, Ritan Park is one of the oldest parks in Beijing. The park is to be found in the middle of the activity and activity of Jianguomenwai and serves as a serene hideaway for several in the area. Ritan means temple of the sun and the park was formerly built as an altar for ritual sacrifice to the sun god. There is an eatery in a pavilion style construction in the park that is a pleasing resting spot.

Ritan Park is definitely one of the popular tourist attractions in China. It is worth paying a visit while touring the country. This place will leave a pleasing and unforgettable memory and justify the proud cultural tradition of China.

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