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Zilicun

Zili, also known as Zilicun, is a group of diaolou towers and homes among rice fields, ponds and farmland. It allows visitors to observe the defensive, residential and productive roles of Kaiping’s landscape in one walk.

Zilicun
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The place

What makes it special

  • Towers stand among rice fields, ponds and homes.
  • The setting makes it easy to compare defence, residence and agricultural landscape.
  • It is a clear introduction to Kaiping’s diaolou heritage.
Zilicun
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Zilicun

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Diaolou tower beside rice fields and a pond in Zili, Kaiping

Choosing Which Villages and Diaolou Towers to Visit in Kaiping

Kaiping’s diaolou are not isolated scenery: they are fortified homes, farming villages and a material record of migration. Choosing the right cluster matters more than trying to squeeze them all into a few hours.

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Profile updated: 13/09/2026