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Diaoyucheng
30.0050° N, 106.3150° E
About
The Diaoyucheng (simplified Chinese: 钓鱼城; traditional Chinese: 釣魚城; pinyin: Diàoyúchéng), or Diaoyu Fortress, is a fortress located on the Diaoyu Mountain in Hechuan District, Chongqing, across the Jialing River from the city center of Hechuan. It is known for its resistance to the Mongol armies in the latter half of the Song dynasty.
Historical Timeline
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Tentative List inscription
28 August 2018
Death of Möngke Khan
13th century
Prolonged resistance
1243–1279
Fortress construction
c. 700 years ago
Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Defensive Structures
Military Installations
Transportation and Communication Structures
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