Fangshanruiyun Temple

Tucked away in Beijing's urban jungle, Ruiyun Temple is a serene oasis with well-preserved Ming-Qing architecture. Marvel at the vermilion walls and intricate gate carvings, but the real showstopper is the 300-year-old ginkgo tree - its golden autumn foliage transforms the stone courtyard into a living zen painting. Don't miss rubbing the bronze incense burner at the main hall, believed to ward off bad luck by locals!