City Walls of Zhaoqing

The City Walls of Zhaoqing are a fortification built across different periods that encircles the historic city center and is constructed from stone. The structure includes several watchtowers and gates that were built using traditional craftsmanship methods.

The first fortifications were built during the Tang Dynasty and were later significantly redesigned in the Ming and Qing periods. These changes reflect how defensive strategies and building methods evolved over the centuries.

The walls display different building styles that show how Chinese construction techniques evolved over centuries. Visitors can see the craftsmanship of earlier generations reflected in the stonework and gates.

The top of the walls is accessible to visitors who want to walk along the fortification and enjoy views of the historic and modern parts of the city. Walking the entire structure gives a good sense of how the old city sits within the modern urban area.

The walls are positioned to connect with nearby natural features such as Xinghu Lake and Seven Star Crags. This design shows how the city integrated its defenses with the surrounding landscape.