Close-up of strangely shaped rain gutters in Hue

Throughout its formation and development, the Nguyen Dynasty left behind a unique roof decoration system on royal architectural works in Hue, creating sophisticated works of art thanks to the creativity in the use of patterns and images.

Among them, dragon symbols, carp and natural motifs always appear abundantly, although their sizes are often modest but very prominent thanks to the flexibility and creativity of the artisans.

One of the important highlights in the roof decoration of Hue royal palace is the image of carp and dragon, symbolizing perseverance, endurance, and extraordinary efforts to overcome challenges and difficulties to achieve success.

These motifs are often placed in buildings with a layout of two or more houses - a typical architectural style in Hue royal court.

What is special is that gutters in Hue not only have the function of leading rainwater but also act as an element that creates artistic value in the overall royal architecture.

Not only displayed in palaces and tombs of Nguyen kings, carp-shaped rain gutters are also aesthetically designed on the roof of Tu Hieu pagoda (a 182-year-old ancient temple in Hue).

Later, when the temple was renovated, the carp-shaped gutters continued to be delicately decorated.

Rain gutters at the Tiger Fist relic.

Rain gutters on the roof of The To Temple - The place to worship Nguyen kings.

Fish-shaped rain gutters at Dien Tho Palace.

When it rains, water from the roof flows through the mouths of dragons or fish on the top of the gutters, creating an interesting scene, reflecting the harmony between art and nature.

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