The Xin'an Ancient Tombs Cluster

The Xin'an Ancient Tombs Cluster

The Xin'an Ancient Tombs Cluster is a cultural tourism attraction.

The Xin'an Ancient Tombs Cluster

Located along an approximately 8-kilometer stretch from Datian Village to Shuishan Village in Baisha Township, about 60 kilometers from the county seat. The tombs are distributed along the terraces on the west bank of the Liu River, roughly 50–100 meters from the riverbank, and are locally referred to as the "Ninety-Nine Mounds." It is a key cultural heritage site under the county’s protection. The tomb cluster consists of both earthen pit graves and brick-chambered tombs, with burial mound layers standing 1.5–2 meters high and diameters of 10–15 meters. These are small to medium-sized tombs. In 1983, archaeological excavations conducted by relevant departments revealed that the bricks of the chambered tombs were bluish-gray in color, with clear textile patterns on the surface and geometric designs on the sides. Artifacts unearthed included iron lamps, bronze bowls, pottery jars, pottery houses, and talc human masks. Among them, the talc human masks are exquisitely carved, with smooth lines and vivid shapes, and are rare finds in Guangxi.