Qifeng Residence (Li Qifeng's Historical House) Introduction
Located in the Jinshan District of New Taipei City, the Li Qifeng Old House, a Min-nan style Sanheyuan with a history of about 200 years, is the most well-preserved and magnificent example of its kind in the North Coast area. It is said that the owner of Qifengju, Li Bu, immigrated from Zhangzhou to Taiwan in 1802 to develop the land, starting from scratch and becoming wealthy, known as the richest and most prominent family in the Jinbaoli area at that time. Upon entering Qifengju, you will find a half-moon pond in front and an orchard behind, showcasing the traditional feng shui design aimed at wealth and prosperity within this ancient residence. According to the customs of the Qing Dynasty, common people's houses were not allowed to have curved roofs, and only those who held official positions or passed the imperial examination were qualified to build roofs with decorative upturned ends. However, Qifengju boasts a magnificent upturned roof, demonstrating the owner's power and achievements. The tile decorations on the roof are also quite elaborate. Currently, Qifengju is still inhabited, and visitors are welcome to explore as long as they do not disturb the residents.
