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Blue sky and white clouds, ancient Chinese architecture

Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province - Aerial photography of West Lake, Leifeng Pagoda and city skyline

$China,Henan province,Luoyang city.\nLuoyang is one of the famous ancient capitals in our country, and has the bright characteristic and the typical image among cities of China, even in the world.\nLuoyang once there are a lot of old buildings,However,many do not exist already.\nThe reproduction of ancient building as a new architecture form combines modern building technology with ancient building art. It establishes a new path for rebuilding and restoring ancient building.\nArchaizing buildings are constructed widely nowadays, because it could not only keep the traditional architectural style, but also get some social, cultural and economic benefits.\nThese are imitated Chinese tang dynasty architecture.\nEvery night, it attracts many tourists from all over the world.$

Scenery of Caotang Temple in Xi'an, China

The Gate of Divine Prowess, the rear gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China. This historic structure serves as the northern entrance to the ancient palace complex, showcasing the grandeur of traditional Chinese architecture. The gate, also known as Shenwu Gate, is an integral part of the Forbidden Citys design, representing the imperial strength and authority of Chinas dynastic rulers.

$The majestic Jiayuguan Great Wall Corner Tower in Gansu Province, China.\nThe turret of the Great Wall in Jiayuguan, Gansu, China$

This photo was taken in Beijing Forbidden City

Traditional ancient buildings in Beijing

Yuantong Kunming Temple of Yunnan, China.

Beijing Tiananmen Gate at the Forbidden City in Beijing, China

National emblem of the People's Republic of China and Red flags at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China

Outside of Forbidden city during and a bit after sunrise. Mostly Forbidden city is surrounded by moat and each corner is ancient watch tower.

China Beijing Tiananmen gate entrance to Forbidden city

Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China on a sunny day, captured on October 10th, 2023. Flags and flower arrangements displayed prominently.

Scenery of The Imperial Palace of Shenyang and the city skyline in Shenyang, Liaoning, China

Forbidden City, Beijing, China. A traditional gate inside the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City has traditional Chinese architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tiananmen, Gate of Heavenly Peace, Beijing

$Imperial City of Hue , Ancient capital of Viet Nam.\nThis is a famous tourist destination in Vietnam$

Beijing, China- November 7, 2020: The Tiananmen Square is the geographic center of Beijing and the heart of China. Here is the Tiananmen Gatetower.

Hall of Worship of Ancestors in Chinese Palace

$Corner Tower (角楼, Jiao Lou in Chinese), or the Turret of The Forbidden City is famous for its unique shape and its beautiful style. The Corner Towers are located in the four corners of the Forbidden City. It was first built in 1420 (Yongle 18, Ming Dynasty) and was rebuilt and renovated in Qing Dynasty.\n\nThe Corner Tower is is a kind of auxiliary building which is often seen in building groups. This type of building is often seen in the corners of the defensive building, so it is called the corner tower. And combined with the walls, turrets, tower, forts and other defensive facilities, the Corner Tower play a defensive role.\n\nCorner Tower is part of the palace's defence facilities, along with the City Walls, the Gate Tower and the Moat. Each corner tower has 9 girders, 18 columns and 72 ridges. The corner tower is L-shaped with two cross stacked, and is surrounded by marble pillars as base. The design of the Corner Tower is in harmony along with the other buildings in the Forbidden City; the size and the complex structure of the tower shows the tremendous design and engineering ability, fully shows the ancient Chinese working class people's wisdom and talents.$