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The Chuxi tulou group (Chinese: 初溪土楼群; pinyin: Chūxī tǔlóu qún) is a group of earthen structures or "tulou" dating to the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). The group provides a tourist attraction in the town of Xiayang ( (下洋镇)), Yongding County, Longyan, Fujian Province, China.
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List of structures
The Chuxi tulou complex was built during Emperor Yongle's reign. The buildings contain 72 stairs split into 72 units interfacing each other.
Trivia
The CIA once believed that "tulou" were missile bases due to their size and shape.
References
Chuxi tulou group Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA