The Sujialong Tombs Cluster

The Sujialong Tombs Cluster

The Sujialong Tombs Cluster is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

The Sujialong Tombs Cluster is located in Luoxincun Village, Pingba Town, Jingshan County, on the hilly ridges within the delta formed by the confluence of two tributaries of the Zhang River. The entire tombs cluster covers an area of approximately 12,000 square meters.

The tombs cluster was discovered in 1966. In 2008, the Hubei Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology carried out rescue excavations. Two tombs were unearthed—one containing 97 bronze artifacts represented by nine ding tripods and seven gui food vessels, while the other yielded six bronze items.

The Sujialong Tombs Cluster is the burial ground of nobles from the State of Zeng. The bronze ware excavated from two noble tombs features solemn designs and exquisite decorations, demonstrating a highly advanced level of craftsmanship. This site holds significant value for studying the history of the State of Zeng during the Eastern Zhou period.

Further Reading:

· Seventh Batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units