China Culture
Yanshou, roof-figures
Roof-figures, Yanshou (檐兽), is Chinese imperial roof decoration which was only allowed on official buildings of
Numbers used in Chinese architecture
The use of numbers in architecture is a reflection of the value pursuit of China& 39;s ancient architectural cult
Wenshou, Zoomorphic Ornament
Wenshou (吻兽) , is name of a beast according to Chinese mythology Also known as Zoomorphic Ornament, It is a
The qilin, also kylin
The qilin, also spelled kylin (麒麟) is a mythical hooved Chinese creature that is said to appear in conjunction
Roof
Even though it may not seem like roofs are an important part of Chinese architecture, they are very important
Screen Wall
The Screen Wall, called Yingbi or Zhaobi in Chinese, is athe isolated wall either outside or just inside the ga
Guardian lions
Guardian lions are Stone Lions carved out of stones Allso called Fu Dogs or Foo Dogs, and called Shi (獅) in
Anecdotes about dragon and phoenix
The dragon and the phoenix are the principal motifs for decorative designs on buildings, clothing and articles of
Huabiao 华表
Huabiao (华表 ) , known as Decorative Pillar which is a common feature around palaces and tombs Originally in
Cable suspension bridges in China
Cable suspension bridges vary in kind according to the material of which the cables are made: rattan, bamboo, le