Chastity Arch For Qiu Liang-gong's Mother
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The Chastity Arch for Qiu Liang-gong's Mother () is a paifang in Jincheng Township, Kinmen, Taiwan.


History

Qiu Liang-gong was born in Kinmen. His father died 35 days after his birth, leaving his mother alone to raise him. Her mother never remarried. Qiu grew up later to become a military officer in the navy. His mother was then honored and the arch was constructed for her in 1812.


Architecture

The arch is a four-pillar, three-section stone structure made of granite and limestone. There are four pairs of stone lions located at the front and back sides of the pillar.


See also

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References

1812 establishments in China Buildings and structures in Kinmen County Gates in Taiwan Jincheng Township National monuments of Taiwan Tourist attractions in Kinmen County {{Taiwan-struct-stub