Zhilan Village Architectural Complex

　　The village is a settlement of the Chen clan, established during the Song Dynasty. During the Ming and Qing periods, commercial structures such as inns and grocery stores emerged. Today, over 30 residential buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties remain, divided into two main categories: ancestral halls and residences. Representative buildings include the “Filial Piety Hall,” “Virtue Hall,” “Beauty Hall,” and “Aspiration Hall.” These structures feature unique layouts and are relatively well-preserved. Among them, the Filial Piety Hall is the ancestral hall of the Chen clan, consisting of three courtyards with a central axis that includes an entrance hall, main hall, and rear hall, flanked by side rooms. The main hall has three bays with surrounding corridors and a hip-and-gable roof. Many of these ancient buildings can be dated through family genealogies, plaques, or inscriptions, offering clear insight into their construction periods and illustrating a distinct evolution of architectural styles, thus holding significant historical value.

　　The residential buildings of Zhilan Village provide important physical evidence for the study of traditional village culture and the evolution of residential architecture. In 2006, the Zhilan Village Architectural Complex was included by the State Council in the sixth group of Major National Historical and Cultural Sites, recognized as ancient architecture from the Ming to Qing dynasties.