What does the tile head of Qingwajing mean?

Cheongwadae is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Beijing. "Blue tile" refers to the roof here. Because of the traditional blue tile, it is called blue tile well. "Tile head" refers to a kind of decoration installed on the tile roof, which gradually evolved into a unique cultural symbol in Cheongwadae over time. Walking in Qingwajing, you can see different styles of tile heads, each with its own unique meaning and story, which is also one of the unique charms here.

Cheongwadae's tile head is not only an ornament, but also a part of Beijing's traditional culture. On these gorgeous tiles, there are rich cultural and historical connotations, each with different meanings and stories. A typical quadrangle in Beijing uses many such tiles, including traditional figures, animals and flowers, which reflects the traditional culture's understanding of nature and human nature. Cheongwadae's unique tile head style shows the unique spirit of Beijing's historical and cultural blocks.

Cheongwadae's tile head represents a part of traditional culture and has the value of cultural heritage protection. The original intention of protecting cultural heritage is to let future generations know their own historical and cultural roots and inherit and carry forward the essence of national culture. To this end, relevant departments strengthen the maintenance and protection of the tile head of Qingwajing, dig deep into its cultural connotation, and strengthen the publicity and popularization of folk cultural knowledge. I believe that with the joint efforts of all, Cheongwadae's cultural heritage will be better preserved and passed on.