Pingyao Gucheng Town, China

The ancient city of Pingyao is the only medieval city in China that has managed to completely preserve its original architectural appearance. Its area is 2, 25 square kilometers. About 45,000 people live permanently in this city. The main source of income for local residents remains the tourism industry. A huge number of tourists come to this city. They can admire the most beautiful architectural structures here. Their age is more than 500 years.

Very nice restaurants, antique shops, and souvenir shops are located in many historical buildings today. This miniature city was founded in the 9th century BC. Initially, it was a major defensive point. The city expanded significantly only in the 14th century. New houses and defensive structures were built on the territory. The entire territory of the city is considered a museum today. It is surrounded by an ancient mud wall. Its length is 6,000 meters.

There are only 4 main streets in the city. The tallest building is located in the city center. This is the Market tower. The market worked next to it in the middle ages. The last major reconstruction of the tower took place in the 17th century. There are about 4,000 houses in the city. Every tenth of them has remained unchanged since the early middle ages. The administrative buildings are the most luxurious. Elaborate calligraphic inscriptions and other unusual decoration elements adorn them. Taoist temple is also preserved in the city. It was built in the middle of the 7th century. Next - Tiantan Temple