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Henan has been the hinterland of the Central Plains since ancient times. There are many cities and ancient cities, leaving precious architectural treasures for future generations. Shangqiu Ancient City is one of the representatives. Shangqiu Ancient City has a history of more than 4,000 years and is one of the oldest ancient cities in China. The existing Fudefu City was built in the 16th year of the Hongzhi Period of the Ming Dynasty (AD 1503) and was completed in the 6th year of Zhengde (AD 1511). It has a history of more than 500 years. Shangqiu Ancient City is the only existing large-scale ancient city site in the world that is a trinity of Bagua City, Shuicheng City and Chenghuang City. The buildings in Shangqiu Old Town are mostly courtyard structures, and the style is a bit like the courtyard in the north. The most typical representative is the Musi Courtyard. Mu's Courtyard is centered on the central axis, symmetrical, and low in front and high in height. It reflects the feudal rituals of young and old, men and women. It is worth mentioning in the ancient city is the Zunfutang, here is the place where the protagonist Hou Fangyu of the "Peach Blossom Fan" is a book. In addition to the two places mentioned above, there are many attractions worth visiting in Shangqiu Ancient City, such as the inner gates of the inner city, the temple of the Gothic Temple, the Catholic Church, etc. The outer city attractions include Wenyatai and Zhanggongyu. Ba Guanzhai, Kaiyuan Temple, Yingtianfu Academy, etc.
Posted: Dec 21, 2018
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