Temple of Emperor Yu the Great (Sixth Batch National Cultural Heritage Site)
Era: Yuan to Qing Dynasty
Address: Houbi Village, Yanggao Township, Pingshun County
Commonly known as the Temple of Yu the King, it was built in the second year of the Yuanshi era during the Yuan Dynasty (1336), and was repaired during both the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It is a single-courtyard complex with main structures including: the mountain gate (with a reverse-facing theater stage above), the main hall, and side halls on the east and west. The main hall is a remnant structure from the Yuan Dynasty, featuring a three-bay width, six rafters in depth, and a single-eave hanging gable roof. Its bracket sets are intricately crafted, and the wooden structure reflects the architectural style of the early Yuan Dynasty...
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