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The distance is not far as long as the heart is set on it, the fifteenth article - Dao Yun Tower

Rao Ping's three Rao Dao Yun Tower, the cultural heritage of the countryside is profound. The grandeur of ancient relics remains, the air is fresh and people live long. History: Dao Yun Tower was built in the thirteenth year of the Ming Chenghua period (1477), and completed in the fifteenth year of the Wanli period (1587), covering an area of about 10,000 square meters. It is the largest Hakka earth building discovered in our country so far, with a history of more than 400 years. Dao Yun Tower is known for being 'ancient, large, strange, and beautiful.' The entire building is shaped like a Bagua, with alleys separating each Gua. Inside the tower, there are 72 rooms, 32 wells, and 112 staircases. There are two wells in the central square of the surrounding building, symbolizing the two Yi fish eyes of Tai Chi in the Yin and Yang. Facing south and north, with a perimeter of 328 meters, a height of 11.5 meters, and wall thickness of 1.6 meters. Inside Dao Yun Tower, there are carved beams and painted rafters, inverted lotus flowers, murals, sculptures, etc., making it a tourist attraction for history, culture, and folklore. Suggestions: Be sure to go up to the third floor, where there is a corridor that allows access to any room. The windowsills on the second floor are actually connected as well. Wearing a horse-face skirt and taking photos on the top is the most beautiful! Location: Dao Yun Tower is located in Nanlian Village, Sanrao Town, northern mountainous area of Raoping County, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province Transportation: Self-driving, exit the highway at Sanrao Toll Station Attention: 1. There is a parking lot with a parking fee of 10 yuan 2. Do outdoor mosquito and sun protection 3. Be careful not to litter, take the trash with you, and ensure 'no litter left behind'
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Posted: Jun 18, 2024
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