The Tian Clan Ancestral Hall in Fenghuang

The Tian Clan Ancestral Hall in Fenghuang

The Tian Clan Ancestral Hall in Fenghuang is a cultural relic protection unit of Hunan Province.

The Tian Clan Ancestral Hall is situated on the north bank of the Tuojiang River within the Old Ying哨 area of the ancient town of Fenghuang. Constructed in the 17th year of the Daoguang reign of the Qing Dynasty, it was financed by the Tian clan members of Fenghuang County. With a land area of 2,000 square meters and a built-up area of 6,000 square meters, the structure includes a main gate, main hall, middle hall, stage, and various rooms. The ancestral hall boasts a distinctive architectural design, fine workmanship, and profound historical and cultural significance. It is a rare example of clan ancestral architecture in the county, and was listed as a provincial-level cultural relic protection unit in 2006.

Further Reading:

· Eighth Batch of Cultural Relic Protection Units in Hunan Province