The Li Clan Tomb Cluster

The Li Clan Tomb Cluster

The Li Clan Tomb Cluster is a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

The Zanhuang Li Clan Tomb Cluster, also known as the Northern Dynasties Zhao Commandery Li Clan Family Tomb. It is located on the hillside south of Xigao Village, Zanhuang County, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province.

A tomb cluster made up of nine ancient tombs was discovered on the hillside south of Xigao Village, Zanhuang County, Hebei Province. Four of the tombs have been excavated, and the remaining five are still under excavation and cleaning. Based on the unearthed epitaphs and artifacts, experts have preliminarily concluded that this tomb cluster belongs to the Zhao Commandery Li Clan family from the Northern Dynasties. According to archaeological experts, the tomb cluster is large in scale and neatly arranged, making it a rare example of a large-scale family tomb site from the Northern Dynasties discovered to date. It holds significant academic value and historical importance. The unearthed burial objects are abundant, their combinations clear, and their dating precise, serving as a benchmark for the study of Northern Dynasties tombs.

In March 2013, the Zanhuang Li Clan Tomb Cluster was designated as part of the seventh batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units by the State Council.

Further Reading:

· Second Batch of Hebei Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Units

· Seventh Batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units