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.