Fire has destroyed more than 100 wooden houses in the south-western China. The charming town with cobbled streets dates back 1,300 years and is popular with tourists.
According to the media, “More than 2000 firefighter, police and volunteers at the spot”
State TV reports, “Many residents had to be evacuated and the damage was estimated to be worth 100m yuan ($16m, £10m),”
The reason of the fire is discover at yet. At the time of fire the wind was blowing hard and the air was dry.
The county where Dukezong is located has enjoyed an increase in tourist revenue since changing its name to Shangri-La in 2001 after the make-believe Himalayan land of James Hilton’s novel.
China: Fire Makes Destruction Antique Tibetan Town, 100 Building Destroy
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