Qifeng Residence (Li Qifeng Old House) Introduction
Located in the Jinshan District of New Taipei City, the Li Qifeng Ancient Residence is a Minnan-style courtyard house with a history of about 200 years. It is the most well-preserved and ornate Minnan-style residence in the North Coast region. The owner of Qifeng Residence was Li Bu, who immigrated from Zhangzhou to Taiwan in 1802 to develop the land, starting from scratch and becoming extraordinarily wealthy, renowned as the richest and most prominent family in areas such as Jinbaoli at the time. Upon entering Qifeng Residence, you will find a crescent-shaped pond in front and an orchard behind, with the feng shui design aimed at seeking wealth clearly reflected in this ancient house. According to the customs of the Qing Dynasty, ordinary people were not allowed to have curved eaves on their roofs; only officials or those who passed the imperial examinations were qualified to construct such decorative rooftops. However, Qifeng Residence boasts a magnificent curved eaves roof, showcasing the owner's power and achievements. The decorative cut and paste work on the roof is also meticulously crafted. Qifeng Residence is still inhabited today, and as long as visitors do not disturb the residents, they are welcome to visit.
