Abstract: Tunpu (a living quarter which combined the functions of military castle and rural communities and developed in the Ming Dynasty) culture has long been regarded as a branch of the traditional Han cultural system.Its formation and development are the special products of national will and orthodox thoughts in the special ages and environments.Tunpu has been endeavoring to set up a complete system,covering the various functions of the traditional Chinese society.Reviewing the path of its development and changes in the past,people may find some help and references for the Tunpus' integrating into the new era.

Key words: Tunpu, Cultural Phenomenon, Globalization