Step back in time in Weishan County, southwest China's Yunnan Province—a hidden gem where cobblestone streets and Ming Dynasty architecture tell tales of the Nanzhao Kingdom (738–902). 🏯 Once a cradle of ancient empires, this spot on the legendary Tea Horse Road blends natural beauty with 600 years of untamed history.
Chessboard Streets & Winter Wisdom
Forget Dali’s crowds—Weishan’s ancient city, just 75km away, charms with slanted, chessboard-like streets. Why the tilt? 🧐 Blame (or thank) savvy Ming engineers who designed them to shield locals from biting winter winds. Talk about #AncientHacks!
Xinggong Tower: The OG Landmark
At the heart of it all stands the Xinggong Tower—a 1390-built icon where four historic streets collide. Imagine the merchants, horses, and tea traders it’s seen since the days of silk-road caravans! 🐎✨
Psst… Wanderers, add this to your Yunnan bucket list. History’s cooler when you’re walking through it.
