Tongyuanmen, Ancient city gate in Chongqing, China
Tongyuanmen stands as a massive stone fortification with traditional Chinese architectural elements, featuring thick walls and defensive positions along its structure.
During the Ming Dynasty, this gate served as a critical military checkpoint, controlling access to the city and protecting inhabitants from potential invasions.
The gate represents traditional Chinese engineering methods, with stone blocks precisely fitted together without mortar to create a resistant defensive structure.
Visitors can reach Tongyuanmen by taking bus lines 103 or 112 to the Tongyuanmen station, with guided tours available from 9 AM to 5 PM.
The structure contains hidden chambers within its walls that soldiers used for storing weapons and supplies during periods of conflict.
Location: Chongqing
GPS coordinates: 29.55806,106.56333
Latest update: March 13, 2025 09:58
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