Jiangnan ancient pavilion

Author: Chen Yi
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Dream of Jiangnan Series. Travel enthusiasts in today's society are no longer satisfied with simple sightseeing; the continuous enhancement of cultural understanding has become their new pursuit. Self-guided tours and themed specialty tours are increasingly popular among many of them, especially the younger generation. This series of books is a new attempt to meet their needs. The first batch of this series includes 6 titles, each introducing different aspects of Jiangnan, such as memorial archways, ancient stages, ancient bridges, old houses, ancestral halls, and ancient pavilions. This book provides a comprehensive and detailed introduction to ancient pavilions, a unique category of architectural structures. Jiangnan's ancient pavilions are diverse, including viewing pavilions built for scenic appreciation, resting pavilions constructed for leisure, shelter pavilions established for protection, and memorial pavilions dedicated to individuals. Additionally, there are post pavilions, ferry pavilions, cool pavilions, stele pavilions, well pavilions, lake-center pavilions, and bridge pavilions, among others. In terms of shape, they come in various forms such as circular, rectangular, fan-shaped, nested square, cruciform, plum blossom-shaped, rose-shaped, triangular, and half-pavilions, truly a kaleidoscope of designs. The book presents these details with abundant images and vivid descriptions, offering readers a feast for their eyes.