The Dulan Site (traditional Chinese: 都蘭遺址; simplified Chinese: 都兰遗址; pinyin: Dōulán Yízhǐ) is an archaeological site in Dulan Village, Donghe Township, Taitung County, Taiwan.

Dulan Site
都蘭遺址
Dulan Site is located in Taitung County
Dulan Site
Dulan Site
Shown within Taitung County
LocationDonghe, Taitung County, Taiwan
Coordinates22°53′06.3″N 121°13′09.4″E / 22.885083°N 121.219278°E / 22.885083; 121.219278
Typearchaeological site

History

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During the Japanese rule of Taiwan, a rectangular stony coffin was excavated in the area. Following the investigation by Academia Sinica, it led to the discovery of a giant stone piles. The site and objects date back to 3,000 years ago. It is now considered a cultural heritage and third grade historical site.[1]

Features

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The area is divided into two areas, which are stony coffin area and stony wall area. Footpaths and explanatory signs are available within the vicinity.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Dulan Site". Taitung, Taiwan's Treasure. Retrieved 25 October 2021.