China: Bird Balances on Slippery Rock Amid Rushing Water at Duopotang Waterfall

On October 2, 2025, a video recorded at the steep Duopotang Waterfall, part of the Huangguoshu Scenic Area in Anshun, Guizhou, shows a wild bird balancing on a slippery rock in the middle of the torrent. Despite the force of the rushing water, the bird managed to move slowly across the river.

China: Father Saves Toddler From Fall in Anshun, Guizhou

On September 3, 2025, in Anshun, Guizhou, a video captured a heart-stopping moment when a toddler suddenly fell from her toy car. Her father lunged forward and caught her head in mid-air, narrowly preventing a serious injury.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

World Highest Bridge Construction

World Highest Bridge Construction

ANSHUN, CHINA - AUGUST 3, 2025 - Huajiang Canyon Bridge under construction on Liuzhi - Anlong Expressway in Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China on August 3, 2025. The height from the bridge deck to the water surface of the bridge is 625 meters. Once completed, it will become the new world's highest bridge.

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

An aerial drone photo taken on July 16, 2025 shows tourists visiting Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenery in Guizhou - China

Tourists take photos at Huangguoshu waterfall scenic area in Anshun, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 16, 2025. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows workers at the construction site of the Tianmen grand bridge in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

Tianmen Grand Bridge Construction - China

This aerial drone photo taken on May 28, 2025 shows the Tianmen grand bridge under construction in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The 1,553-meter-long grand bridge is a major project on the expressway linking Anshun and Panzhou in Guizhou. The bridge deck, 560 meters above water surface in the valley beneath it, will allow vehicles to run at 100 kilometers per hour when completed. Photo by Tao Liang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 25, 2024 shows a view of Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An ancient stone fortress is seen at Baojiatun Village in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 24, 2024 shows Baojiatun Village in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Lanes are pictured among stone buildings in Benzhai Village in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 23, 2024. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial panoramic photo taken with a drone on July 25, 2024 shows Jiuzhou Township in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A resident is seen in a stone building in Benzhai Village in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 23, 2024. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 24, 2024 shows Baojiatun Village in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists have tea at Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A drone photo taken on July 24, 2024 shows a view of Baojiatun Village in Xixiu District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-TUNPU CULTURE-ANCIENT STONE BUILDINGS (CN)

(240811) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 11, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A stone building is pictured at an ancient town in Pingba District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Tunpu means "fort" in Chinese, referring to the complex of residential buildings in villages of Anshun built in the style of fortress for resisting the enemy's attacks in ancient times. In the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), some troops were sent to Anshun, where they built villages and cultivated land for farming. Their descendants have lived there over generations with their original living customs preserved. Thus the unique Tunpu culture has taken shape. After more than 600 years, these stone-structured Tunpu residential buildings have endured and now become popular tourist destinations for many visitors. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Bao Bo, an inheritor of Anshun woodcarving, colors a Dixi mask in Jiuzhou ancient town scenic area of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Villagers stage a Dixi opera performance in Jiuxi Village of Daxiqiao Town, Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 24, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(GloriousGuizhou)CHINA-GUIZHOU-ANSHUN-DIXI OPERA (CN)

(240810) -- ANSHUN, Aug. 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A young Dixi opera enthusiast stages a performance in Pingba District of Anshun City, southwest China's Guizhou Province, July 25, 2024. Anshun Dixi Opera is an important part of Tunpu culture dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The opera has been listed as one of the national intangible cultural heritages in 2006. Dixi performers wear various masks while performing operas about history and rituals to ward off evil spirits. Dozens of tools are needed in the multiple process from engraving to coloring in the making of the wooden facial masks. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Ou Dongqu)