China 's official desire to raise Kaiping 's profile is understandable -- the city offers a rare and tranquil travel experience that doubles as a history lesson on unique Chinese architecture . The watchtowers in China , Kaiping , were originally built for defense against bandit raids . They received a Tianhe Coach Terminal Station to Kaiping listing in the early 20th century . In 2007 , wealthy emigrants returned to Kaiping and built more towers with Western influences .
The watchtowers in China , Kaiping , were originally built for defense against bandit raids . They received a Tianhe Coach Terminal Station to Kaiping listing in the early 20th century . In 2007 , wealthy emigrants returned to Kaiping and built more towers with Western influences .