Dongzhimen, Ming Dynasty city gate in Dongcheng District, Beijing, China
The Dongzhimen gate structure incorporates heavy eaves with a heshan roof design, featuring gray tiles and green glazed cut edges across its exterior.
Built during the Yuan Dynasty, the gate measured 31.5 meters in width with five rooms and reached a height of 34 meters including its platform.
The iron tower positioned outside the gate contains a stone statue of the Medicine King, representing traditional Chinese medical practices.
The Dongzhimen area functions as a transportation center connecting subway lines 2, 13, and the Airport Express, with an extensive bus network.
The urn section of Dongzhimen forms an almost perfect square, spanning 68 meters north to south and 62 meters east to west.
Location: Dongcheng District
GPS coordinates: 39.94110,116.43360
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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