Baliancheng Site
八连城
The former site of Tongjing Longyuan Prefecture, the Eastern Capital of the Bohai Kingdom, now a nationally protected heritage site and national archaeological park.
Baliancheng lies on the plain about 6 km west of Hunchun city and is believed to be the capital of Tongjing Longyuan Prefecture, the Eastern Capital of the Bohai Kingdom from the 8th to 10th centuries. The city site is square and contains palace foundations, and the name comes from its inner city being divided into several small linked walled enclosures. It is a nationally protected heritage site and national archaeological park, featuring earthen walls and site displays. Few above-ground remains survive, so it suits visitors with a strong interest in Bohai history. A taxi from the city centre takes about 15 minutes.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–16:30
Nearby sights
- Hunchun Seafood Street
- Jingxin Wetland
- Quanhe Port & Tumen River Bridge
- Fangchuan Sand Dune Park
- Zhanggufeng Incident Memorial Hall
- Fangchuan Village
- Fangchuan Scenic Area & Longhu Pavilion
- Tuzipai Boundary Marker