“Have you ever heard whispers of the ‘Heavenly Horse’?” I ask, gesturing towards the imposing Tianqiao No.2 Cliff. Tianqiao No.2 Cliff, known locally as the “Heavenly Horse”, juts out from the earth, a proud monument to nature’s artistry. While not a place of emperors and palaces like much of Beijing, Tianqiao No.2 Cliff offers a different kind of majesty. It whispers tales of a Beijing before the dynasties, a time when Peking Man roamed these lands. Imagine, 770,000 years ago, this very cliff providing shelter from the elements. Perhaps Peking Man, our ancient ancestor, stood here, gazing out at the landscape, much as we do today. Tianqiao No.2 Cliff isn’t just a geological formation. It’s a tangible link to our shared human past. A stark contrast to the bustling city, it invites contemplation and offers a moment of peace. Today, we stand here, marveling at this natural wonder, feeling the echoes of millennia beneath our feet.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to