tusi sites
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 2015
location: Laosicheng Site, Hunan Province, Hailongtun Site, Hubei Province and Tang Ya Tusi Site, Guizhou Province
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 28.9986111111, 109.9669444444
visited: 2024
The Tusi Sites, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, are historic remnants of a unique governance system from the 13th to 20th centuries, where local chieftains ruled under imperial authority. Featuring fortified residences, tombs, and administrative buildings, they reflect a blend of ethnic traditions and Chinese influence. Set in rugged terrain, these sites illuminate a distinctive chapter of cultural and political heritage.
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