Comparative analysis of ancient Chinese and western architectural techniques and structures

Most of the ancient buildings in China are wooden structures, which are characterized by round and symmetrical shapes. Since the late Tang Dynasty, architectural modeling has been deeply influenced by Buddhism.

Foreign ancient buildings, usually referring to European ancient buildings, are mostly masonry structures. After the Renaissance, their shapes began to diversify.

Most of the ancient buildings in China are made of wood, while foreign buildings are made of stone.