Former Site of Tianli Coal Mine
The former site of Tianli Coal Mine is a protected cultural heritage site in Beijing.
The former site of Tianli Coal Mine is located at Courtyards 73, 75, and 77 on Zhongjie Street, Sanjiadian Village, Mentougou District, and is part of the sixth batch of municipal-level cultural heritage conservation units in Beijing.
Built during the Xianfeng period of the Qing Dynasty, it spans around 0.35 hectares, comprising 73 rooms and 14 entrances. The main structures and overall layout remain intact, showcasing fine brick carvings. In the Daoguang era, it functioned as a coal mine and served as a key coal distribution hub in western Beijing. It stands as an important physical relic reflecting the development of the coal industry in Mentougou.
Source: Beijing Municipal Bureau of Cultural Relics
Further Reading:
· Sixth Batch of Municipal-Level Cultural Heritage Conservation Units in Beijing
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