신장 위구르 자치구의 역사적 요새

Historic Forts & Ruins

Xinjiang's landscape is dotted with the remnants of ancient civilizations that once thrived along the Silk Road. This collection features significant archaeological sites, including the massive rammed-earth walls of Gaochang and the Buddhist ruins of Miran. It highlights defensive structures like the Qing-era Suget Karaul and the architectural fusion of the Kuqa King Palace. These fortifications and ruins offer a glimpse into the region's history as a strategic military and commercial crossroads between the 2nd century BC and the late 19th century.