The ancient pavilion

Taoran Pavilion Park, located in southern Beijing and built in 1952, is the capital's oldest modern garden, and features architectural styles drawn from various dynasties.

During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the Taoran Pavilion was a popular meeting place for poets and writers.

The Yaotai Teahouse sits in the northern part of the park. Originally a temple of Yaoshen (God of Yao), it was converted into a teahouse during the reign of Emperor Kangxi.