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8 popular icons on traditional Chinese architecture

( chinadaily.com.cn ) Updated: 2014-10-24 07:00:18
8 popular icons on traditional Chinese architecture

Flying eaves were often used on the roofs of ancient Chinese architecture. The cocking up eave looks like a bird unfolding its wings. The eaves are often sculpted with auspicious animals including a dragon, crane or fish.

 

8 popular icons on traditional Chinese architecture

8 popular icons on traditional Chinese architecture

 

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