Tusi Sites

States
China
Category
Cultural
Year
2015
Location
Laosicheng Site, Hunan Province, Hailongtun Site, Hubei Province and Tang Ya Tusi Site, Guizhou Province
Region
Asia & Pacific
Coordinates
28.9986111111, 109.9669444444
Last Visited
2024
UNESCO ID
1474
WH Site
1474
Tusi Sites

The Tusi Sites, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, are historic remnants of a unique governance system from the 13th to 20th centuries, where local chieftains ruled under imperial authority. Featuring fortified residences, tombs, and administrative buildings, they reflect a blend of ethnic traditions and Chinese influence. Set in rugged terrain, these sites illuminate a distinctive chapter of cultural and political heritage.

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