Taihe City, Archaeological site in Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, China.
Taihe City is an archaeological site containing building foundations, ancient walls, and temple remains distributed across the historical urban layout. The excavated structures reveal how different parts of the city were organized and constructed.
The city was established during the Nanzhao Kingdom and remained an important center for several centuries. In the 20th century, the site gained status as a nationally protected historical and cultural monument.
The layout of residential areas and temple sites shows how people organized their daily lives and spiritual practices in this ancient city. The arrangement reveals the close connection between domestic spaces and places of worship.
The site is open for walking and exploring, with different areas marked and separated by paths. A visit allows you to understand how the different ruins relate to each other in their original context.
Ongoing excavations have uncovered objects that shed light on craftsmanship, trade, and family life in this ancient world. These everyday finds reveal aspects of living that the buildings alone cannot show.
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