hoi1 ping4 diu1 lau4開平碉樓开平碉楼
Jyutpinghoi1 ping4 diu1 lau4
Yalehōi pìhng dīu làuh
Definition
Kaiping Diaolou; the historic multi-story watchtowers in Kaiping, Guangdong, China.
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How it's used
Refers to a specific UNESCO World Heritage site in Guangdong province known for its fusion of Chinese and Western architectural styles. It is primarily used when discussing tourism, history, or regional culture in the Pearl River Delta. While the name sounds like a common noun, it functions as a proper noun for this specific cluster of fortified multi-story towers.
Examples
The architectural style of the Kaiping Watchtowers is very unique.
Related words
Common phrases
visit the Kaiping Watchtowers
Kaiping Watchtower cluster
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