It was in Nanjing that the government of the new Republic of China established itself in 1927. Private mansions were built, including the Yihe Mansions, which is a perfect illustration for modern Chinese architecture known under the name of Republic Style or National Style. These mansions have been refurbished with elegance, respect for the materials and building techniques of that time, so that the Yihe Mansions were presented with a UNESCO Award in 2014.
