What are the characteristics of ancient architecture in China?

1. Create and use a bucket arch structure. Bucket arch is a unique shape in the ancient architectural system of China. It is not only a structural component that transfers load between the upper beam and the column, but also a main decorative component of the building with its beautiful and gorgeous shape. It is a unique part of China's architectural system, integrating structural and decorative functions.

2. standardize the building. China's ancient buildings, whether palaces, temples, houses, etc. Regardless of the size, it consists of three parts: platform, roof and roof.

3. A wooden structure building system with wood as the main building material, wood columns and beams as the load-bearing skeleton, and wood, soil or other materials as the enclosure.

4. The ancient buildings in China, from structural parts, roofs and tiles to doors and windows, knockers and corner leaves, all have distinctive decorative shapes or patterns. Most of these decorative components are beautifully carved wood carvings. The wooden structure decoration of traditional buildings has made great achievements in all aspects of technology and art, and the decoration of ancient buildings in China with wooden structure as the main body occupies a very important position.