This exhibition offers an immersive experience that takes visitors through the historical context and contemporary expressions of Fujian Tulou. From its multifaceted cultural values to the challenges posed by climate change, and from adaptive conservation strategies to active practices aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, we explore how tradition and innovation converge amid the climate crisis to build a resilient future for cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
About Fujian Tulou<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n Fujian Tulou, primarily found in the mountainous regions of southern Fujian Province, China, were built by the Hakka and Minnan people. These large rammed-earth residential structures are a distinctive architectural feature of southern China, with origins dating back to the 10th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Typically, Tulou are large, enclosed, and fortified earthen buildings. The most common shapes are rectangular or circular, with thick load-bearing rammed-earth walls standing three to five stories high, capable of housing up to 800 residents. Inside, smaller buildings are enclosed by the massive outer walls, forming a self-contained complex that includes halls, storage areas, wells, and living quarters\u2014resembling a small defensive city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The architectural design of Fujian Tulou reflects deep-rooted clan traditions. Their unique structures, thick rammed-earth walls, and use of natural materials not only preserve Hakka and Minnan cultural customs\u2014such as multi-generational communal living and ancestral hall practices\u2014but also embody the principle of harmony between humans and nature, showcasing an environmentally adaptive architectural approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In 2006, Tulou construction techniques were inscribed on China\u2019s National Intangible Cultural Heritage list. In 2008, Fujian Tulou was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing their cultural and historical significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/stage.openvirtualworlds.org\/worldheritage2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/05\/p1-1024x683.jpeg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nExploring the Tulou: Video & 3D Model<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n