Tong Pass, Mountain fortress in Tongguan County, China.
The fortress stands at the intersection of the Wei and Yellow Rivers, forming a natural barrier between the North China Plain and Guanzhong region.
The Eastern Han dynasty warlord Cao Cao initiated the construction of Tong Pass in 196 AD to establish control over regional transportation routes.
The fortress exemplifies Chinese military architecture, demonstrating advanced defensive engineering principles from the Han dynasty through subsequent periods.
Modern visitors reach the site via the Longhai Railway or G30 highway, with regular transportation services available from neighboring cities.
The fortress location marks the exact point where the Yellow River changes direction, creating a geographical formation that determined Chinese military strategy.
Location: Shaanxi
GPS coordinates: 34.59592,110.29006
Latest update: May 12, 2025 21:25
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