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Houses built with oyster shells reflect the prosperity of Quanzhou
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An undated photo shows houses built with oyster shells in Quanzhou, Fujian Province. /CGTN
An undated photo shows houses built with oyster shells in Quanzhou, Fujian Province. /CGTN

An undated photo shows houses built with oyster shells in Quanzhou, Fujian Province. /CGTN

Not only recognized as the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, the port city of Quanzhou in southeast China's Fujian Province is also famous for its unique oyster dishes. These delectable local specialties also gave rise to the ingenious use of oyster shells in the construction of houses in the city.

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