The Temple of Heaven is considered to be «the supreme achievement of traditional Chinese architecture». The most impressive and famous structure of the temple complex is the «Hall of Prayers for Good Harvests». Built on three levels of marble stone, it is made entirely of wood without any nails. The astonishing hall served the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for offerings to heaven in pursuit of rich harvests. Built in 1402 in Beijing, the construction of this architectural marvel reached completion in 1420, along with the Forbidden City. Unfortunately, the original complex burned down in a fire caused by lightning in 1889. A few years later it was rebuilt identical to the original. Smartminting® (Ultra High Relief). 2023 Cook Islands Beijing Temple of Heaven 2oz Silver Antiqued Coin. ITEM SPECIFICS YEAR OF ISSUE: 2023 ISSUING COUNTRY: Cook Islands WEIGHT: 2 oz COMPOSITION. Unfortunately, the original complex burned down in a fire causéd by lightning in 1889. Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. No additional information at this time. You might also like. 2022 Niue Lunar Year of the Tiger Colorized Proof 1 oz Silver Coin NGC PF 70 UCA. 2020 Tuvalu Homer Simpson. 5oz Silver Colorized Coin NGC MS 70. 2021 Tuvalu Gods of Olympus Hades 1oz Silver Coin NGC MS 70. 2019 Marvel Comics The Avengers #1 Foil 1oz Silver CGC 9.8 w/Tin.