Laosicheng

Laosicheng extends across 25 square kilometers along the Lingxi River, featuring ancient roads, drainage systems, and traditional architectural structures from imperial China.

The site functioned as the capital of the Peng clan Tusi from 1135 during the Southern Song dynasty until 1724 in the Qing dynasty period.

The remains include the Hall of Patriarch, temples, chieftain tombs, memorial arches, bronze bells, and stone horses representing Tujia ethnic traditions.

Visitors can reach the site through a combination of public transportation and local vehicles, with spring and autumn offering favorable weather conditions.

The location contains the most complete and oldest preserved ancient Tusi city structures in China, earning recognition as Hunan's first World Heritage site.

Location: Yongshun County

Part of: Tusi Sites

GPS coordinates: 28.99639,109.97222

Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:02