Amidst Countless Pavilions in the Mist and Rain: Hidden Stories of Architecture, from Ancient Towns and Famous Bridges to Magnificent Palaces

Ancient Towns & Famous Bridges × High-rises & Magnificent Pavilions × Exquisite Gardens × Temple Civilization × Imperial Mausoleums

One book to take you through the green tiles and red eaves of Eastern architecture and visit breathtaking paradises!

◎ The Chengde Mountain Resort in Qing Dynasty dramas witnessed the prosperity and decline of the Qing Dynasty.

◎ Shaoxing, a town overflowing with the aroma of wine, is a history museum without walls.

◎ The "Marco Polo Bridge Incident," which shocked the world, still leaves the city walls scarred with bullet holes today.

◎ At Hanshan Temple outside Gusu City, why does the "midnight bell" ring continuously?

◎ Maoling, known as the "Pyramid of the East," attracted countless tomb robbers due to its excessive luxury.

◎ Yueyang Tower, Yellow Crane Tower, Stork Tower, Prince Teng's Pavilion... what is the true face of the pavilions written by literati?

◎ In ancient times, the south-facing position was supreme; why did Qin Shi Huang, who unified the world, choose to sit west and face east?

◎ Why did the builders make the Seventeen-Hole Bridge with exactly seventeen holes? Are even numbers actually "Yin" numbers in ancient times?

◎ An unwritten rule of Shaolin Temple: fighting is not allowed in front of the temple gate. Is the rumor actually related to Wu Song?

▍ **Fascinating Stories, Independent Chapters**

Over seventy architectural stories are linked through clues of time and place, together forming a scroll of architectural history that clearly presents the development of architectural art.

▍ **Vivid Language, Eloquently Told**

The author records architectural styles and construction processes with beautiful prose, classically recreating architectural history and culture. Various elements showcase background information beyond the architectural stories, allowing readers to gain a broader cultural perspective, aesthetic feeling, imaginative space, and a pleasant experience while easily acquiring knowledge.

▍ **Fun Facts, Extended Reading**

Key points are summarized before each chapter to condense the essence for smoother reading; extended readings are attached after each chapter to explore classical architecture from different angles.

**Key Features of This Book**

By telling the anecdotes and legends behind the architecture, readers can understand ancient buildings while enjoying stories and appreciate the profoundness and unique systems of ancient architecture.