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Former Site of the Western Fujian Soviet Government (Mingde Hall)

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The former site of the Western Fujian Soviet Government (Mingde Hall) is located at No. 15 Mingde Road, Dahou Village, Xikou Town. Built during the Qing Dynasty, it covers an area of approximately 950 square meters. The main structure faces southeast from the northwest and features an outer gate that faces east from the west, constructed with earth and wood. The stone lintel above the gate is inscribed with “中田有庐” (A Cottage in the Fields), while a couplet is carved on the stone gate: “门前高阔双峰峙，户内良…” (Lofty peaks stand guard before the gate, virtuous principles are passed down within the home…).

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The former site of the Western Fujian Soviet Government (Mingde Hall) is a cultural heritage site under the protection of Shanghang County and a classic red tourism attraction.

The former site of the Western Fujian Soviet Government (Mingde Hall) is located at No. 15 Mingde Road, Dahou Village, Xikou Town. Built during the Qing Dynasty, it covers an area of approximately 950 square meters. The main structure faces southeast from the northwest and features an outer gate that faces east from the west, constructed with earth and wood. The stone lintel above the gate is inscribed with “中田有庐” (A Cottage in the Fields), while a couplet is carved on the stone gate: “门前高阔双峰峙，户内良规百忍传” (Lofty peaks stand guard before the gate, and within the home, the virtue of patience is honored). In October 1930, the Western Fujian Soviet Government relocated here and stayed for two months.

Protected Area: 2 meters eastward to the house of Zhang Qinglai; 2 meters southward to the house of Zhang Qingzhong; 2 meters westward to the house of Zhang Fayuan; 2 meters northward to the house of Zhang Benyuan.

Construction Control Zone: 10 meters beyond the protected area.

Xikou Town: Located in the southeastern part of Shanghang County, Xikou serves as the junction between Shanghang, Xinluo, and Yongding counties (districts). To the east, it borders Hugang Township of Yongding County; to the south, it neighbors Taibai Township of Shanghang County; to the west, it adjoins Chadi Township of Shanghang County; and to the north, it leans against Shuangji Mountain, connecting with Dachi Town of Xinluo District and Baisha Town of Shanghang County. This region is part of the main hilly area, featuring fertile soil, abundant resources, beautiful mountains and clear waters, a mild climate, and a land rich in talent and treasures. It covers a total area of 234,797 mu (approximately 160.58 square kilometers), including 196,832 mu of mountainous land, accounting for 85.10% of the total area, and forested areas of 1... More detailed information about Xikou Town++