French sculptor Rodin once said: "There is no lack of beauty in life, but the lack of eyes to discover beauty."
In the form of architectural expression, symmetry is a kind of beauty. Most buildings in ancient and modern times, both at home and abroad, follow the aesthetic principle of symmetry. Especially in China, it is deeply influenced by the interaction between Confucianism and Taoism. All this is reflected in the architecture, from imperial palaces and gardens to ordinary houses; from the planning of group buildings to the layout of one household and one room, all reflect the Chinese A deep love for the beauty of symmetry.
The principle of central axis symmetry has been used for thousands of years since ancient times. In ancient China, buildings with central axis plan layout consciousness can be seen everywhere, which gradually formed the main layout method of the building complex at that time. Through the architecture The penetrating function of the central axis reaches the realm of high expression of architectural art.
From ancient times to the present, the Chinese have been pursuing the beauty of symmetry in creation. We seem to be able to see the inclusion of symmetrical elements in many Chinese cultural quintessences, such as architecture, painting, and poetry. , porcelain, couplets, seals, calligraphy, etc. all pay attention to symmetry, reflecting the unique Chinese concept of yin and yang balance.
Standing at the highest point of Jingshan Mountain, the Forbidden City spreads out in front of you. The golden palace, vermilion city wall, white marble steps, and glazed tile roof are symmetrically distributed along a meridian, which is magnificent, orderly, harmonious and solemn. Tiananmen, located at the southern end of the Forbidden City, faces Tiananmen Square, the Monument to the People's Heroes, Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of the People, and the National Museum of China across Chang'an Street. It covers an area of ??4,800 square meters and is known for its outstanding architectural art and special political significance. The status is noticed by the world.
Against the blue sky and white clouds, it looks like an oriental wonderland, and you can look further into the distance. The symmetrical style running through one line supports the entire city of Beijing.
Symmetry is the gene of the Imperial City and the entire China.
Walking into China along this axis of symmetry, whether it is a royal palace or an ordinary house;
Whether it is the planning of a group building or the layout of one room and one living room; Even the placement of pavilions, pavilions, and furniture is symmetrical everywhere.