Tusi Sites

The Tusi Sites include three primary locations: Laosicheng in Hunan Province, Hailongtun in Guizhou Province, and Tangyacheng in Hubei Province.

These sites contain architectural remains from the Yuan and Ming Dynasties when local chieftains governed ethnic minorities under imperial appointment from the 13th century.

The buildings combine indigenous architectural elements with imperial Chinese designs, reflecting the dual administration system that preserved local customs while maintaining central control.

Visitors can reach the sites through organized tours departing from major cities in Hunan, Guizhou, and Hubei provinces, with accommodations available in nearby towns.

The stone fortresses and wooden structures demonstrate construction techniques specific to mountain regions, incorporating natural terrain features into defensive systems.

GPS coordinates: 28.99861,109.96694

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:29