A Journey Through the Culture of Ancient Chinese Architecture: Shanxi, Inner Mongolia

Author: Zhang Yuhuan, Peng Hai, Liu Baolan
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Publish Date: 2002-08-01
Features: Ancient Chinese architecture is a symbol and representation of China's ancient culture and civilization. Whether individual buildings or groups of buildings, they are comprehensive products of the political economy, culture, and science and technology of the historical period in which they were constructed. Shanxi, a region belonging to the State of Jin during the Spring and Autumn Period, ranks first in China in terms of the number of ancient buildings, their historical age, and the diversity of their types. Inner Mongolia, which accommodates more than 20 ethnic groups including Mongolian, Han, and Manchu, also has many Lamaseries and ruins of ancient cities. This book is one of the series "A Journey Through Chinese Ancient Architecture Culture," providing a brief introduction to the ancient architecture of Shanxi and Inner Mongolia.