Why is there a pool in front of the ancient building?

This is the requirement of traditional architecture in China.

Traditional architectural geomantic omen requires hiding wind and getting water, which can be interpreted as leaning forward and leaning back, or facing the mountain. In other words, in ancient buildings, we should try to choose places with water behind mountains and in front of doors. If the door is far from the water source, it is necessary to dig pools, canals and ponds to make up for it.

Gucuo, also known as a big mistake. Ancient buildings refer to ancient houses, which are built in imitation of the architectural style of "Imperial Palace". This kind of building originated from Guanghua period in Tang Zhaozong, and it is a traditional residence with distinctive features in southern Fujian. The ancient CuO group is the most famous in Nan 'an and Jinjiang of Quanzhou. In Minnan dialect, "CuO" is a house, and red brick CuO is a house made of red bricks, which is also the most representative traditional building in southern Fujian.