@chinaromance: How was ancient Chinese wooden architecture built? Two essential techniques played a key role: wood carving for decoration and mortise-tenon joints for structural stability. The joints allowed buildings to stand for centuries without the use of nails or glue, while the intricate carvings added both beauty and cultural meaning. Credit to 7523857x on Douyin. #chineseintangibleculturalheritage #amazing #ancientarchitecture #craftsmanship #woodworking #arts