The Southern Great Wall
The Southern Great Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Introduction: A defensive wall built by the Ming and Qing governments to suppress the Miao people. Initially constructed during the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty, it underwent multiple destructions, reconstructions, and expansions before taking its final form in the second year of the Jiaqing reign of the Qing Dynasty. The wall runs from north to south and was built from earth and stone. Based on the terrain, it is arranged in linear, zigzag, or plum blossom patterns. Transportation: Take a bus from Tongren Bus Station to Fenghuang. The Southern Great Wall is located along the route—get off at the stop.
Tongren City, Guizhou Province
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