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Fujian tulou: a community behind substantial earthen walls

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Published: 23 Oct 2026 08:23 · Updated: 23 Oct 2026 08:23

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Fujian tulou in China are multi-storey earthen residential buildings arranged around courtyards. Circular or square plans combine communal living with defensive organisation.

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Fujian tulou in China are multi-storey earthen residential buildings arranged around courtyards. Circular or square plans combine communal living with defensive organisation. [1]

Compare the enclosed exterior boundary with the open courtyard. The contrast explains why a plain exterior does not fully describe interior life. These are not simply enlarged single-family houses.

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[1] Fujian Tulou - UNESCO World Heritage Centre ↗