Liyuanwei Bagua Lane

　　The miraculously designed Liyuanwei Bagua Lane boasts grand architectural scale, distinctive styles, and scientifically arranged living facilities. The surrounding wall of the enclosed compound is 789 meters (2366 Chinese feet) long and 4 meters high, meticulously built from rough stones. Following the principles of the Bagua (Eight Trigrams), gates were constructed in the east, south, west, and north directions, with 12 watchtowers scattered at the four corners. The main structures within the compound are centered around the Jijin Ancestral Hall, along with the Longting Hall, Lishuxia Hall, and Xinzaoxia Hall (one ancestral hall and three halls).

　　These form the core of the compound.

　　To the east of the “one ancestral hall and three halls” in Liyuanwei lies a 1500-meter-long Bagua Lane. These lanes revolve around the Jijin Ancestral Hall, reflecting the principles of the Bagua — featuring both life gates and death gates. In ancient times, they served to deter bandits or thieves: those familiar with the layout could navigate freely, while intruders would easily be led into dead ends and swiftly captured or eliminated by the compound’s residents. The Bagua Lanes are divided into upper and lower sections — “red events” such as weddings and celebrations use the upper lane, which connects to the “one ancestral hall and three halls,” while “white events” such as funerals take the lower lane.

　　Although twisting and turning, these Bagua Lanes are interconnected by drainage channels, preventing severe flooding even during heavy rain. Despite their narrow passages, they meet the lighting requirements of ancient architecture. Though built in antiquity, they still largely accommodate modern needs. Truly rare and remarkable！