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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.
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北京古代建筑博物馆 Gǔdàijiànzhùbówùguǎn
Part of the Temple of Agriculture, museum with a model of Beijing ancient city as well as exhibits of Beijing's ancient architecture, famous for two caissons moved from the Longfu Temple(隆福寺). Free volunteer guide time: 09:30-11:00 and 14:00-15:30 during weekdays, 09:30-11:00, 10:30-12:00, 14:00-15:30, 15:00-16:30 during weekends and holidays. The waiting area of volunteer guide is at the entrance of Shenchu(神厨) yard.
See the Museum of Ancient Architecture.
牛街礼拜寺 Niújiēlǐbàisì
Famous Mosque build in 996 and the oldest and largest of the mosques in Beijing. Structured as a traditional Chinese palace, but also uses typical Arabic decoration with a lot of red colour. A must see if staying for more than a few days. The Muslim presence in the area is obvious with many Muslim shops and Arabic signs around.
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.
北京音乐厅 Běijīng Yīnyuètīng