Yuanlin Xingxian Academy Introduction
The former Xinxian Academy, a county-designated historic site, was originally named "Wenchang Emperor Temple," dedicated to the worship of the Wenchang Emperor, and it has nearly two hundred years of history. The "Wenchang Emperor Temple" was established in the 12th year of the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty (1807). It served as a school in the past, initially incorporating the Xinxian Society for local scholars from the Yanlin area to gather and cultivate friendships, providing a place for dedication and joyous collaboration. The Academy features a traditional double-entry architectural layout, emphasizing educational and residential space. The structure includes the main hall, rear hall, side rooms, flower hall, and the Jingsheng Pavilion. The main hall has a simple and unadorned structure, characterized by a relatively rare double-gable roof system. Important cultural relics within the academy include the Imperial Road Stone, also known as "Dragon Steps." The Dragon Steps feature exquisite carving work, sculpted from granite with a cloud dragon motif, showcasing a spiritual essence in its simplicity, with an ancient yet detailed appearance.
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