Study on the Site Selection and Form of Northern Qi Grottoes in Handan Area
The Northern Qi Dynasty is an important stage in the development of caves in China,with Handan area as a typical representative.Through literature review and field research,the remains of Northern Qi grottoes in Handan area are analyzed.Then by taking site selection and form as the entry point,the paper tries to discuss the site selection of caves in landscape location,cave-temple relationship and spatial layout,and expatiates features of caves in terms of plan form,roof form,door and window form and eave form.Finally,it contributes to the protection and utilization of Northern Qi grottoes in Handan area.
CultureNorthern Qi GrottoesSite SelectionFormHandan Area