The Stone Archway is a very important type of traditional Chinese architecture, constructed from stone. These archways, established during the feudal society, were built to honor achievements, scholarly titles, virtuous governance, and filial piety. Some palaces, temples, and monasteries use archways as their main gates, while others are used to indicate place names. Also known as a Pailou, these gate-like monumental structures promote feudal rituals and virtues, and are attached to ancestral halls, showcasing the noble virtues and great achievements of the family ancestors, while also serving as a place for ancestral worship. The archway is also considered one of the symbols of Chinese culture by overseas audiences.