Dream Jiangnan Series: Ancient Pavilion in Jiangnan

Author: Chen Yi (text), Zhang Xichang (photography)
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Dream Jiangnan Series. Travel enthusiasts in today's society are no longer satisfied with just sightseeing; an increasing emphasis on cultural depth has become their new pursuit. Self-guided tours and specialized themed tours are gaining popularity among many, especially the younger generation. This series is a new attempt to meet their needs. The first batch of the series includes 6 titles, introducing the (archways), (ancient stages), (ancient bridges), (old houses), (ancestral halls), and (ancient pavilions) of Jiangnan. This book provides a comprehensive and detailed introduction to ancient pavilions, a unique category of architectural structures. Ancient pavilions in Jiangnan 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), (cooling pavilions), (tablet pavilions), (well pavilions), (lake-center pavilions), and (bridge pavilions), among others. In terms of shape, they range from (circular), (rectangular), (fan-shaped), (nested square), (cross-shaped), (peony-shaped), (rose-shaped), (triangular), to (semi-pavilions), showcasing an endless variety. The book presents these details with rich images and vivid text, allowing readers to feast their eyes on the beauty.