Religious Architecture -- Illustrated Series of Ancient Chinese Architecture

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Features: This is a series of architectural knowledge books that cater to both the general public and professionals, serving as a reference tool. The author analyzes the history, evolution, structure, details, customs, feng shui, and decoration of traditional Chinese architecture from a comprehensive and fresh perspective. The book vividly introduces Chinese religious architecture through illustrations and photographs. It is particularly suitable for architectural researchers and professionals. Ancient Chinese religious architecture includes Taoist, Buddhist, and Islamic buildings, but the majority that remain today are Buddhist structures. Buddhist architecture represents the most valuable cultural heritage in ancient Chinese architecture. The architectural examples discussed in this book are primarily Buddhist buildings. Monasteries, as places of Buddhist worship, are sacred spaces for believers to pray to the Buddha and also serve as residences and places of practice and teaching for monks. Numerous Buddhist monasteries have not only developed unique religious architectural culture during their evolution but also are often located in scenic natural settings. These buildings organically blend with the natural landscapes, forming their own cultural characteristics.