Fujian Tulou are a unique form of Chinese rural dwellings, exclusive to the Hakka people in the mountainous areas of southeastern Fujian, China. These magnificent structures, built between the 12th and 20th centuries, consist of large, enclosed and fortified earthen buildings - usually rectangular or circular in configuration - with load-bearing rammed earth walls that can reach up to 6 feet thick! With their interweaving of natural materials and rugged defensive features, these earthen houses offer an impressive example of harmonious architecture and communal living. In 2008, 46 Fujian Tulous were inscribed together as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, providing an exciting and one-of-a-kind experience for visitors from all over the world.