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The original foundation of the cathedral was in 1605, making it the oldest Catholic church in Beijing, the current building in Baroque style dates from 1904.
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, colloquially known as the Xuanwumen church or Nantang to the locals, is a historic church and the former Cathedral church for the Archdiocese of Beijing located in the Beijing, China, Xicheng District, near the Beijing Financial Street. While the original foundation of the cathedral was in 1605, making it the oldest Catholic church in Beijing, the current building in Baroque style dates from 1904. The present Archbishop Joseph Li Shan, installed in September 2007, is one of the few Catholic bishops also recognised by the Catholic Patriotic Association.
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北京音乐厅 Běijīng Yīnyuètīng
国家大剧院 Guójiā Dàjùyuàn
Theater complex with three halls (opera, music and theater) covering almost 12,000 m² and seating a total of 5,452 people. One of the most stunning buildings in Beijing and a must see even if not attending an opera or concert.
中央音乐学院 Zhōngyāng Yīnyuè Xuéyuàn
The main purpose of the conservatory is to educate musicians. Concerts now and then.
湖广会馆 Húguǎng Huìguǎn
Theatre primarily performing excerpts of traditional Chinese opera. The theatre has been working since the 1830s. The theatre building from 1830 is the oldest and best preserved indoor theatre in Beijing. It is in area with other traditional buildings. Next to the theatre is an opera museum.