Statues on the edge of the roof
Beijing picture - All of the emperor's buildings were protected by the mythical creature statues on roof corners. More sacred/special buildings, had more statues to protect them.
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All of the emperor's buildings were protected by the mythical creature statues on roof corners. More sacred/special buildings, had more statues to protect them.
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