Animal Figures on Roof
Animal figures on roof ridges of palaces, temples and other old buildings are an important part of traditional Chinese architecture. Huabiao
The Huabiao is a marble ornamental pillar engraved with entwisting dragons and auspicious clouds, used to decorate important buildings.
Beijing Photos
Photos of the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Great Wall and more. Beijing's Hutongs
A hutong is an ancient city alley or lane typical in Beijing. Chinese Architecture
Traditional Chinese architecture can be classified into residential houses, royal palaces, recreational designations, and temples. Chinese Architecture
Information on traditional Chinese architecture: residential houses, royal palaces, recreational structures, and temples. Chinese Architecture
Introduction to temples, palaces, roofs, and cities. Chinese Rural Architecture
Includes a rich collection of photos of the diverse vernacular architecture of China. Siheyuan, The Chinese Quadrangle
Traditionally most urban Chinese used to live in quadrangles called siheyuan or "four-side enclosed courtyards." The Art of Chinese Architecture
Traditional architecture illustrated with pictures. Tiananmen
The Tiananmen Square in the center of Beijing. Tibetan Architecture
With a few pictures. Go to Chinese Architecture
Index to Chinese architecture.
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