Lie Mei Hall, Historic ancestral hall in Xiping Village, Taiwan.
Lie Mei Hall is an ancestral hall in Xiping Village featuring traditional southern Chinese architectural elements arranged around multiple courtyards. The complex weaves buildings together with carefully designed gardens where nature and structure work as one.
Construction took place between 1783 and 1785, following the Lin family's arrival from Fujian Province in 1754. This relocation and the subsequent building marked the start of the family's history on the island.
The interior contains ancestral altars, incense burners, and family portraits that form the center for ceremonies and traditional rituals. These spaces reflect how generations maintain and honor their connection to those who came before.
The site functions as part of a museum complex offering educational programs about Taiwanese tradition and traditional building practices year-round. Comfortable shoes are recommended since there are multiple courtyards and garden areas to explore.
In 1986, an artificial hill was constructed at the site to preserve Feng Shui principles after the building was relocated. This hill shows how traditional beliefs guided decisions when the complex was adapted in modern times.
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