Characteristics of quadrangles

Siheyuan is the representative of traditional architecture in China. It is characterized by residential buildings surrounded on all sides with a courtyard in the middle. Courtyard is the core of quadrangle, the center of family life and the place for family members to communicate. Siheyuan has a unique architectural style, which has the following characteristics:

1. quadrangle layout

The layout of quadrangles is a residential building with the central patio as the center and surrounded on all sides. Courtyard is the core of quadrangle, surrounded by rooms, doors and windows are inward, forming a closed space. This layout is to protect the privacy and safety of family members.

2. The structure of quadrangles

The structure of quadrangles is very simple, made of wood, brick, stone and other materials, without using modern building materials such as reinforced concrete. The structure of quadrangles is very stable and can resist natural disasters such as earthquakes.

3. Decoration of quadrangles

The quadrangle is beautifully decorated, mainly using wood carving, stone carving, brick carving and other manual arts, showing the essence of China traditional culture. The doors and windows, beams and columns, eaves and other places of the quadrangle are beautifully decorated and pleasing to the eye.

4. Functions of quadrangles

Siheyuan is not only a residence, but also the center of family life. Courtyard is the core of quadrangle and a place for family members to communicate. Rooms in quadrangles also have different functions, such as living room, bedroom and kitchen.

How to visit quadrangles

If you want to visit the quadrangle, you can follow the following steps:

Choose the right time.

It's best to visit quadrangles during the day, because there is plenty of sunshine during the day, so you can better appreciate the architectural style and decoration of quadrangles.

Choose the right place

There are different quadrangles all over China, so you can choose a place near you to visit. Gongwangfu and Nanluoguxiang in Beijing are famous quadrangle attractions.

Buy tickets

After arriving at the scenic spot, you need to buy tickets to enter the tour. Ticket prices vary according to different scenic spots.

Visit quadrangles

After entering the quadrangle, you can enjoy the courtyard and surrounding rooms first and understand the layout and structure of the quadrangle. Then you can observe the decoration of the quadrangle carefully and enjoy the exquisite wood carving, stone carving and brick carving.

Understand history

Visiting quadrangles can not only appreciate the architectural style and decoration, but also learn about history and culture. Siheyuan is the representative of traditional architecture in China, bearing the essence of traditional culture in China.