“Ever wonder how many students have walked these halls?” We are standing before Teaching Bldg. 1. It is a place of learning at Tsinghua University. Teaching Bldg. 1 is not just for classes. It is also a place for self-study. The building buzzes with activity. Students fill its classrooms and discussion spaces.
Teaching Bldg. 1 stands in the old gate area. It is one of the main teaching buildings on campus. Other buildings nearby include Teaching Building 2, West Lecture Theater, Tsinghua Xuetang and the New Water Conservation Building.
Imagine the energy inside. Students arrive early. The building opens at 7:30 a.m. Many stay late to study. It closes at 10:30 p.m. Tsinghua Xuetang stays open a bit later until 11:00 p.m.
Need a quiet place for group work? Teaching Building 6 has discussion rooms in the basement. You can reserve a room there using your student login. The Tsinghua Xuetang also offers discussion spaces. These are on its basement floor. You can reserve them at the duty office.
Want to know if a classroom is free? Check the Tsinghua University Information Service WeChat account. The purple dots show occupied classrooms. Numbers indicate the class period. Full class schedules are posted. Look for them on the first floor or on classroom doors.
Tsinghua University is one of the best in China. Beijing has 91 universities. Many rank among the best. Peking University is another example.
Beijing is a city of education. It is also a city of history. Beijing has been China’s political center for centuries. Mountains surround the city. This made it a perfect imperial capital.
Beijing is known for its landmarks. The Forbidden City is a popular site. The Temple of Heaven attracts many visitors. The Summer Palace offers beautiful views. Beijing has seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
So, as you pass by Teaching Bldg. 1, remember its role. It is a hub of learning. It supports the future leaders of China. This building and Tsinghua University contribute to Beijing’s rich culture and history.