Shichengzi Site (Han Dynasty Shule City)
石城子遗址（汉疏勒城）
The ruins of Shule City, which Geng Gong defended during the Eastern Han dynasty. It is the only Han-dynasty ancient city in Xinjiang whose date and purpose have been confirmed, and it was named one of China's Top Ten New Archaeological Discoveries in 2020.
The Shichengzi Site lies on a cliff near the Jiangbulake scenic area, with a deep ravine on one side. It was a military city during the Eastern Han dynasty. Scholars believe it is Shule City, which Geng Gong and his troops held, and the story of the thirteen soldiers who returned to Yumen took place here. The site has yielded large quantities of Han-dynasty roof tiles, flat tiles and weapons, and it is a national key cultural relic protection unit. There are site markers and an exhibition area on the grounds, but some areas are closed while archaeological work is underway. It can be visited on the way to or from Jiangbulake.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Tianshan Wheat Sea (Jiangbulake Dry Farmland)
- Jiangbulake Scenic Area
- Yiwanquan Scenic Area
- Tianshan Gravity Hill
- Qitai Museum
- Tangchaodun Ancient City Site
- Beiting Ancient City Site
- Jimsar Thousand Buddha Cave