The origin of parapet (cultural inheritance of ancient architecture)

The parapet is a unique architectural form in ancient China. It is a low wall built on the edge of a building or above the roof, usually made of brick, stone or wood. The name of the parapet comes from its special location, which is usually located on the edge of the building or above the roof, as if to protect the daughter, hence the name.

The history of parapets can be traced back to ancient China. According to legend, the parapet first appeared in the Northern Wei Dynasty. At that time, Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty, in memory of his mother, ordered a low wall to be built on the roof of the palace to show filial piety. Later, parapets were gradually widely used in various buildings and became an important part of China ancient architectural culture.

First, the role of parapets.

The main function of parapet is decoration and protection. Setting a parapet on the edge of a building or above the roof can not only beautify the appearance of the building, but also prevent people or things from falling from the edge. In addition, the parapet can also play the role of wind, sun, heat insulation and ventilation.

Second, the production steps of parapet

The production of parapet needs to go through the following steps:

1. Design: Design the shape, size and material of the parapet according to the appearance and needs of the building.

2. Material selection: Choose a suitable material, usually brick, stone or wood.

3. Fabrication: According to the design requirements, the materials are processed into corresponding shapes and sizes, and then assembled into guardrails.

4. Installation: Installation of parapets on the edge of buildings or above roofs usually requires scaffolding, hanging baskets and other equipment.

Third, the cultural inheritance of parapet.

As an important part of ancient architectural culture in China, parapet is of great cultural significance. The parapet is not only a unique form of ancient architecture in China, but also an important embodiment of filial piety and family values in China traditional culture. The parapet symbolizes the protection and filial piety to the family, and also embodies the pursuit of beauty and respect for life in China's ancient architectural culture.

In modern society, the application scope of guardrail is more and more extensive. With the continuous development and innovation of building technology, the form and function of parapet are also constantly developing and improving. No matter in traditional architecture or modern architecture, parapet plays an important role and becomes a unique symbol and spiritual symbol of China architectural culture.

Four. conclusion

As an important part of China ancient architectural culture, the parapet has important historical, cultural and artistic values. It is not only a unique form of ancient architecture in China, but also an important embodiment of filial piety and family values in China traditional culture. The cultural inheritance and development of parapet not only reflects the evolution and development of ancient architectural culture in China, but also provides important reference and enlightenment for the innovation and development of modern architectural culture.