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idea of evil spirits in China is closely linked to the existence of supernatural forces Feng-shui (wind and water). This force could operate in conjunction with the souls of the dead, and then its impact becomes even more dangerous. However, this impact could be suspended, calling on other, higher force. As a protection against evil forces in the old days, elected any objects of natural beauty - a rock, hill, etc. If the area has not had a natural defender, the people creating it artificially. After the arrival of Buddhism in China in such a defender is often a pagoda - multistory tower with small protrusions and eaves with curved edges, uveshannymi bells or metal plates. Curved roof, according to the Chinese, hampered by evil spirits to enter into the house. That is why the roof of the old Chinese buildings is also raised to the edges.
Such representations were distributed not only at home. Meandering river, softly rounded contours of the hills, was thought to ensure the well-being, while the river bend, steep rocks is especially dangerous. Wherever possible it should avoid straight lines, which were considered a favorite by the movement of evil spirits. As the evil spirits have preferred a straight path, country roads were nearly always winding. The long, straight canals in urban areas is also considered to be convenient for the movement of dark forces, so they have time and again interrupted by artificial islands or perekinutymi through countless bridges of different heights. In every yard against the gate erected a small stone wall inbi - it prevented the evil spirits to enter the yard. Inside, in front of the entrance door, put smokescreen - as well as entering the house, had to turn it. It also served as a reliable barrier to penetration of dark forces. It was believed that evil spirits come to the northerly winds, and good - with the South. An important role in the fight against evil spirits played amulets. They are usually carved from a tree in the form of ivovogo tykvennoy bottle or a sword. Pumpkin bottle attributed medicinal properties, and the sword was designed to precipitate in fear of demons.
So far in China there is a kind of science Feng shui - the art of living in harmony with the environment. Feng shui teaches us to avoid harmful effects of air and water flow, natural or artificial flaws accommodation. Traditionally, before any construction relies gadatelya call that he made the survey area, and gave guidance.