As part of the Chinese's 4 core components of life, the construction of buildings is highly valued, which many traditional chinese crafts and craftmenships can be found to beautify the structure.
Chinese Timber-framed Structures 木結構建築
The wooden components such as the columns, beams, purlins, lintel and bracket sets are connected by tenon joints in a flexible, earthquake-resistant way.
Imperial Guardian Lion 石獅子
Supposed to have mystic protective powers, it can be found as an architectural ornament in front of such places as temples, imperial palaces, government offices or in front of homes of high ranking members of society indicating their financial and/ or social status.