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If you’re in Zhangzhou and craving a journey into China’s architectural soul, the Tulou clusters in Nanjing County are a must-see. These ancient earthen buildings—UNESCO World Heritage Sites—are not just photogenic marvels but living communities that have stood for centuries. 🏯 What to Know About Nanjing Tulou Tulou are large, fortress-like communal homes built by the Hakka people. Nanjing County boasts over 15,000 of them, with highlights including: • Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster: Nicknamed “Four Dishes and One Soup” for its unique layout—four round buildings surrounding a square one. • Yuchang Building: The largest Tulou, famous for its tilted wooden pillars. • Taxia Village: A charming riverside village with over 40 Tulou and a 400-year-old ancestral hall. • Yunshuiyao Scenic Area: A tranquil town with ancient banyan trees and beautifully preserved Tulou like Huaiyuan and Hegui Lou. 🕰️ Best visiting time: All year round 🎟️ Tickets: Around ¥90 for combined access to Tianluokeng, Yuchang, and Taxia Village 🚗 How to Get There from Zhangzhou You’ve got a few options: • By Car: The fastest and most flexible way. It takes about 1 hour to drive the 75 km from Zhangzhou to Nanjing Tulou. • By Taxi: Also around 1 hour, costing approximately ¥150–190. • By Bus: No direct bus, but you can transfer via Xiamen Xinglin Bus Station and Nanjing Bus Station. Total travel time is about 8 hours, so not ideal unless you’re combining with other stops A. 🧭 Tips for Your Visit • Stay overnight in a Tulou guesthouse for a truly immersive experience. • Visit the upper viewing deck at Tianluokeng for stunning photos—especially at dusk when the buildings glow. 📍Address: Fujian Tulou (Nanjing) #unescoworldheritage #hakkaheritage #fujiantulou #ancientlandmark #tuloucluster
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