Monday, October 1, 2012

Ancestral Hall And Residence Complex Of Family Chen

Ancestral Hall And Residence Complex Of Family Chen

Located at Zhengying Village of Baoxiu Town, Shiping County (Honghe Prefecture), Ancestral Hall and Residence Complex of Family Chen were constructed in 1927 by Chen Heting, the jinshi (successful candidate in the imperial examinations in old times) of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Consisting 3 compounds, these buildings are noted for their elaborate woodcarvings and superb architectural feat, and have been listed as a key site of historic relics under nation-level protection.

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