The Tangwang Temple in Qianwan Village, Zhangzi

The Tangwang Temple in Qianwan Village, Zhangzi

The Tangwang Temple in Qianwan Village, Zhangzi is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

The exact date of construction is unknown. The existing main hall dates back to the Yuan Dynasty, while the rest of the structures were built during the Qing Dynasty. The central axis features the main hall, flanked by east and west side halls, as well as east and west wing rooms. The temple faces south and is oriented north, measuring 36 meters from east to west and 27.9 meters from north to south, covering an area of approximately 1,045 square meters.

The main hall stands on a brick-and-stone platform 0.8 meters high, with a width of three bays and a depth of four rafters. It has a single-eave, hanging gable roof. The exterior walls have been renovated. The central bay features a plank door, and the column-top bracket sets are adorned with intricate carvings. The interior includes beams and brackets arranged in a specific pattern, with additional bracket sets adding structural detail.

In May 2013, the Tangwang Temple in Qianwan Village, Zhangzi was designated as part of the seventh group of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units.

Further reading:

· Seventh Group of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units