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Introduction

Tianjin Shanmen is a historically significant tourist attraction and one of the iconic buildings of Tianjin. As the main entrance of the ancient city of Tianjin, Shanmen was built in the third year of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), with a unique architectural style and a complex and rigorous structure. It was specifically built by the imperial court to show the authority of the emperor and the importance of the city. The gate is 16 meters high and 40 meters wide, with two gates, north and south, consisting of city walls and outer moats. There are three gates in the center of both the south and north gates. Shanmen was once the main commercial transportation hub of Tianjin, as well as the city's vegetable market and trading center. Its history has undergone various changes, including abandonment, looting, destruction, construction, and numerous renovations. In modern Chinese history, there are also some stories and legends associated with Shanmen, such as the September Massacre of 1899 and the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949. Today, Shanmen is still one of the most important tourist attractions in Tianjin and is known as the legendary entrance to Nanmen Scenic Area. In the Nanmen Scenic Area, visitors can visit ancient cultural buildings such as post stations, temples, and warehouses built from the Ming Dynasty to the Republican era, witnessing the changes in Tianjin's history and culture. In addition, tourists can enjoy exquisite architectural decorations and reliefs, as well as the typical brown brick and gray tile structure, which is one of the representatives of the architectural style of the late Qing Dynasty. Tianjin Shanmen is not only a gate building but also a long history of urban development. It witnesses the development and changes of Tianjin and leaves behind a rich cultural heritage. Although time has made Shanmen more weathered, it is still a symbol and a pride of Tianjin, worth cherishing and exploring by every visitor.

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