“Worth the relocation, don’t you think?” I ask you now, standing before \u5927\u592b\u7b2c. This ancient mansion whispers tales of a bygone era. It adds cultural grace to Shenzhen’s modern High-Tech Park.
\u5927\u592b\u7b2c is more than just an old building. It is a Qing Dynasty masterpiece. It was constructed around 1699. “Da fu” referred to high-ranking civil officials in ancient China. “Da fu di” was the residence built by these officials. It reflected their important positions.
Notice the upturned eaves, horsehead walls and blue brick roof tiles. These characterize the unique allure of \u5927\u592b\u7b2c. The intricately carved horsehead walls are reminiscent of Jiangxi and Anhui architectural styles. They offer both fireproofing and wind resistance.
In 2020, the mansion was completed after three years of work. It was relocated from Jiangxi Province. Every brick, tile, eave and courtyard detail was carefully moved. It was reassembled here in Shenzhen. This painstaking process preserved its original form and essence.
The architectural structure combines wood carving, brick carving and stone carving. Each element was disassembled and meticulously restored. The relocation involved numbering each piece. Then it was carefully disassembled and reassembled.
The craftsmen had unique numbering methods. Each piece of wood was marked with a special code. Specialists handled the numbering and installation. First, they removed the roof tiles. Next, they removed the wooden pegs and flower panels. Then they dismantled the tile battens and removed the skylight.
During beam removal, workers climbed up to carefully secure each beam. They followed the numbering system from front to back. For the pillars, ropes were used for guidance. Each piece was secured before being gently lowered. Then it was protectively wrapped.
\u5927\u592b\u7b2c features flying eaves, upturned walls and horsehead walls. It also has blue bricks and dark tiles. The outer walls feature exquisite carvings. These horsehead walls, also known as fire-resistant walls, are a key feature of Huizhou architecture. Their shape resembles a horse’s head. The raised peaks provide fire and wind protection.
Look up to see the “Tianjing” or skylight. It provides light and ventilation. It also carries the auspicious meaning of “four waters returning to the hall”.
Today, \u5927\u592b\u7b2c stands as a tranquil retreat within the bustling tech park. It offers a peaceful space for relaxation. It is a testament to the blend of ancient heritage and modern innovation.