Peking University Ciji Temple

Peking University Ciji Temple

Peking University Ciji Temple is a cultural tourism attraction.

Ciji Temple, located on the southern shore of Weiming Lake, was originally built during the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty. In 2001, it was listed as part of the fifth group of Major National Historical and Cultural Sites.

The temple was built in the Qing Dynasty and was historically used for worshipping the Flower God, hence it was also commonly known among the people as the "Flower God Temple." The temple was later destroyed in a great fire, leaving only the current archway as its ruins, which have become an important landmark by Weiming Lake at Peking University.

But nowadays, it has unexpectedly become a wall for exam wishes. It's covered in messages like 'I want to get into Peking University,' and occasionally you can even spot ones that say 'I want to get into Tsinghua.'”

In 2013, Ciji Temple was forced to be repainted to cover up these graffiti, and protective railings were installed. A sign nearby reads “Protect Cultural Relics, No Entry.”

Location: Inside Peking University campus