Ancient Building Complex in Zhenwushan, Ming and Qing dynasty complex in Yibin, China.
The Ancient Building Complex in Zhenwushan is a Ming and Qing dynasty site featuring wooden halls, pavilions, bridges, and ponds arranged along a central axis. The various structures are distributed across the grounds following the traditional layout of classical Chinese architecture.
Construction began in 1574 during the Ming Dynasty's Wanli era and saw major expansions during the Qing Dynasty's Qianlong and Daoguang periods. These later additions shaped much of the complex's current appearance.
The site blends Taoist temples, Buddhist halls, and Confucian spaces together. The Xuanzu Hall stands out for its ceiling decorated with a Bagua pattern that weaves traditional symbols into the wooden structure.
The site sits roughly a kilometer north of downtown Yibin City along the Min River and is accessible from various points. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since pathways between the different buildings can be uneven.
The Xuanzu Hall features an unusually elaborate bracketing system where the decorative supports occupy a quarter of the column height and stand out from other buildings in the complex. Its nine-meter height with a double-eaved roof shows craftsmanship details that are rarely seen in this specific combination.
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