This book provides an extensive introduction to the features and context of Chinese architecture in the Tang and Song dynasties. The author has studied the Yingzao Fashi, an ancient manual on architectural construction from the Song dynasty, in great detail. He combines historical documents and archaeological findings to provide a detailed analysis of the structural characteristics, decorative styles, and building materials of Tang and Song architecture. It is organized into sections covering general Chinese ancient architectural terms, building foundations, floor plans and sectional systems, beam and column systems, bracket systems, roof construction, and decoration and interior design. It includes 324 entries and over 300 images, explaining the origins, evolution, and meanings of these terms in detail. Through these explanations, readers can gain a profound understanding of the structural characteristics, decorative styles, and material applications in Tang and Song architecture.