Southern Han Two Mausoleums Museum
A museum of Southern Han dynasty imperial mausoleums on Xiaoguwei Island in the University Town: Kangling is the tomb of Liu Yan, founding emperor of Southern Han, whose 'tomb platform of three stacked circular altars' design is unique in China; celadon jars and other relics were unearthed at Deling; the museum systematically presents Guangzhou's ancient history and Southern Han archaeological achievements
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-17:00 · Closed Mondays
- Ticket
- Free (reservation required)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A museum of Southern Han dynasty imperial mausoleums on Xiaoguwei Island in the University Town: Kangling is the tomb of Liu Yan, founding emperor of Southern Han, whose 'tomb platform of three stacked circular altars' design is unique in China; celadon jars and other relics were unearthed at Deling; the museum systematically presents Guangzhou's ancient history and Southern Han archaeological achievements. Free with reservation, closed Mondays; reachable by bus from Metro Line 4 Higher Education Mega Center North Station or by self-drive; can be combined with Lingnan Impression Park for a University Town day trip.
Getting there: Metro Line 4, Higher Education Mega Center North Station, then bus / self-drive
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