Wang's Family Compound (Wang Jia Dayuan), Shanxi, China
4.5 (166 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Lingshi County Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Incredible
This "family" compound was for the ruling clan of the province. The courtyard community consists of 3 large groups of courtyard homes that look like 3 castles on a hillside, connected by bridges across ravines. I've been to many places in China. Wang is definitely a must see.
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Jingsheng Town, Lingshi County 031308 China
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http://www.sxwjdy.com/
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4.5 based on (166 reviews)
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5KiwiRoverJim 5:00 PM Jul 24, 2012
An architectural gem
We went to the Wang family Compound not really appreciating what it was we were about to see and came away absolutely spellbound by the sheer beauty and scale of this residence. Personally, I found it the finest example of classical Chinese architecture that we had seen. And even though it is a massive complex, there is a surprising intimacy to it. This remains an absolute highlight of our month in China and I could almost see me going back to China, just to take in more of this wondrous place. it is that good.
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4Joel K 5:00 PM Feb 23, 2020
Massive Family Compound... Huge... Impressive
This compound is very massive. The number of buildings, houses, temples, gardens, and schools are impressive. The designs, decorations, carvings, statues, etc. Feng Shui style built. Various entries via three gates in the compound. It was founded by Wang Shi, the tofu maker of China.
