Qiankou Old Residences

The Qiankou Old Residences consist of multiple buildings with white walls, black tiles, and timber frames arranged around central courtyards.

During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, successful merchants from Huizhou built these residences to demonstrate their wealth after returning from their trading ventures.

The residences incorporate traditional Chinese architectural elements with detailed wood carvings, painted beams, and stone sculptures depicting folklore and natural themes.

The crossing-hall design of these residences creates natural ventilation and light distribution while maintaining privacy through strategically placed inner rooms.

Horse-head walls between buildings serve as both decorative elements and fire prevention barriers, demonstrating the integration of safety features into architectural design.

Location: Huizhou District

Architectural style: Hui-style architecture

GPS coordinates: 29.87118,118.28870

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:22