The characteristics of evolution of Theravada temple in Yunnan province, China

Theravada temple is famous in its abundant types and distinct characteristics. The paper focuses on the development proceeding of Theravada temple in Yunnan and sum up the characteristics of evolution, which are discussed and analyzed in critical and ecological ways. Firstly, Theravada temple is hom...

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Main Author: Tan Gangyi
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Asia
Buildings
Cities and towns
comply with local customs
Dai Nationality
form
Homology and different-flow
Logic gates
Materials
Poles and towers
Theravada temple
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Summary:Theravada temple is famous in its abundant types and distinct characteristics. The paper focuses on the development proceeding of Theravada temple in Yunnan and sum up the characteristics of evolution, which are discussed and analyzed in critical and ecological ways. Firstly, Theravada temple is homology with Theravada temple in Southeast Asian and develops in different flow. Secondly, it complies with local customs and adapts the natural and social environment. It is possible to say that Theravada architecture is the production and testimony of the Dai phylum culture circle.
DOI:10.1109/ICMT.2011.6003261