2026.05.01 14:57 GMT+8

Chinese animated film makes centuries-old architecture go viral

Updated 2026.05.01 14:57 GMT+8
CGTN

From the nearly four-meter-tall calligraphy at Yong'an Temple to the cutest Four Heavenly Kings at Shanhua Temple – these centuries-old brick & timber structures and murals have been brought back to life by the animated film "Nobody."

Gen Zers aren't just visiting filming locations, they're diving into every detail: Dougong (a traditional Chinese wooden bracket system) can bloom like lotus flowers, zaojing (a traditional caisson ceilings) can resemble the cosmos, and ancient statues even throw an "OK" gesture.

These ancient buildings are no longer just backdrops – they've become a cultural guidebook, helping a new generation appreciate the beauty of Chinese aesthetics.

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