Tianjin's 2 billion yuan fake ancient town is known as half of the history of the late Qing Dynasty

When it comes to Tianjin, or the tourist impressions related to it, most friends might think of the Five Great Avenues, the Eye of Tianjin, Panshan, Tianjin Ancient Culture Street, Water Park, and so on. However, there is a fake ancient town in Tianjin that cost 2 billion yuan. It is known as half of the history of the late Qing Dynasty, and it doesn't require a ticket but is rarely visited! Curious friends might ask, where exactly is this 2 billion yuan fake ancient town in Tianjin? What different scenery does it have? With these questions and curiosity, let's talk today about the stories of Beitang Ancient Town. Beitang in Tianjin has been a village since the early Ming Dynasty when it was formed by immigrants following Emperor Chengzu Zhu Di, and it has a history of over 600 years. Beitang, located by the river and near the sea, has been rich and prosperous since ancient times due to the benefits of fish, salt, and canal transportation. Beitang was a key town for coastal defense during the Ming and Qing dynasties, and a royal fortress city, witnessing the rise and fall of the empires of both dynasties. Therefore, it is known as half of the history of the late Qing Dynasty in Tianjin. During the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, two forts were built in Beitang, historically known as the 'Beitang Twin Forts'. In June 1900, the Eight-Nation Alliance captured the Dagu Fort, and the Beitang Fort, located 30 li from the Dagu Fort, was also surrounded by the powers.