Because of the axial arrangement Chinese architecture was based on
Build it on a rotating platform. Build it directly on the North Pole.
This only happens in the northern hemisphere, and the reason is becasue South is the main direction of the sun. It will rise in the South-east and set in the South-west, but a house facing South will get sunlight all day.
Traditionally, it is recommended for Chinese house gates to face south for good luck and prosperity. This is based on the belief that south-facing gates allow in the positive energy of the sun and warmth, which symbolizes good fortune and growth.
If you are facing south, then the east is to your left.
These series of walls were build by Chinese slaves as part of a gold mine scheme to sell non-existant gold claimes to easterners.
It was build by Chinese slaves!
When facing south, west is to your right.
No, if you are facing west, north will be to your right, south to your left, and east behind you.
in 1959
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If you are facing north, the direction behind you would be south.
your eyes are facing up