Shanxi Shijia Courtyard Travel Guide

Scenic spot introduction:

Shanxi Shijia Courtyard is a Qing Dynasty residential complex in Shijiagou, Fenxi County. "Look at Qiaojiabao in the north and visit Shijiagou in the south." This is the magnificent and ingenious conception of the Qing Dynasty residential complex in Shijiagou by tourists in the late Qing Dynasty. The unique style is highly appreciated. This huge building complex was founded in the 34th year of Qianlong's reign in the Qing Dynasty (1789). It took more than 80 years to expand and covers an area of ​​more than 100,000 square meters. Different from Qiao and Wang's two courtyards, the topography and architectural features here are cleverly combined. Looking at it, the building complex is located on the mountain, high in the north and low in the south, surrounded by mountains on three sides, facing the river in the south, sheltered from the wind and facing the sun. The natural layout is patchwork, row upon row, all in the shape of a staircase. It is really a natural geomantic treasure land. Shijia Courtyard is located in Shijiagou Village, Sengnian Town, 5 kilometers southeast of Fenxi County, northwest of Huozhou City, and 5 kilometers away from Dayun Road.

Attractions distribution:

There are a total of 31 courtyards in the Shijia courtyard. The main building complex is a quadrangle, a second-floor quadrangle, a second-floor quadrangle, and a third-floor quadrangle. They are equipped with main rooms, living rooms, side rooms, etc., and are connected by traditional round doors and ear doors. Outside the main building, there are wineries, vinegar shops, dyeing shops, oil shops, pawnshops, pharmacies, etc., which reflect the well-organized overall systematic arrangement of the Shi family's agriculture, industry, commerce, education, etiquette, etc., and also reflect its closed economy and culture. limitations.

Scenic spot features:

Photography, architectural landscape tours, residential buildings