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Origins of Chinese Architecture

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The stand-apart Chinese architecture serves as a reminder of the country's splendid civilization and rich historical past. In this article we have provided a little bit of backround about the origins of Chinese architecture.

In the Paleolithic Age, Chinese ancestors lived on fishery and hunting, and were sheltered in trees and caves. In the Neolithic Age, the Chinese turned to animal raising and farming, and settled down by digging caves and building simple houses with twigs and lumber, thus commencing their architectural activities. During 3,000 years of the feudalist society, Chinese ancient architecture gradually developed its unique system, along with considerable progress in urban planning, garden designing, and house construction techniques. In 221 B.C., the First Emperor of the Qin Empire mobilized the resources of the country to do construction works on a massive scale, including A' Fang Palace, the Emperor's Mausoleum and the Great Wall. In the later dynasties, many more massive construction works of lasting fame were carried out.

China's wood frameworks are known for their uniqueness worldwide. They reflect the values and aesthetic sensibilities of the Chinese people. The architecture is rooted in cultural tradition and highlights absolute imperial power and a rigid societal hierarchy. The best examples of this can be found in the palaces and forbidden cities. The Chinese axial layout pattern is used in buildings, till-date. The Chinese style also incorporates elements of nature. Apart from the Han ethnic group, architecture in the ethnic minorities is also distinct.

The beauty of chinese architecture can be best seen in its imperial palaces, religious temples, ancient gardens and even in ordinary ethnic residences.

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