Shawan Ancient Town
An 800-year-old living specimen of Guangfu (Cantonese) folk culture of the Pearl River Delta in Panyu: Liugeng Hall (the He clan's grand ancestral hall) is one of the most magnificent ancestral halls in the delta, and the lanes of Chebei Street and Anning Street retain their original look
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- Open all day
- Ticket
- Free (Liugeng Hall and other sites approx. CNY 20)
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
An 800-year-old living specimen of Guangfu (Cantonese) folk culture of the Pearl River Delta in Panyu: Liugeng Hall (the He clan's grand ancestral hall) is one of the most magnificent ancestral halls in the delta, and the lanes of Chebei Street and Anning Street retain their original look; the famous Cantonese music piece 'Dragon Boat Contest' (Sailong Duojin) was born here, the former residences of the three He masters of Cantonese music can be tracked down, and jiangmainai (ginger milk curd, a buffalo-milk dessert) is a must-try intangible-heritage snack. The town is free, with Liugeng Hall and other sites charging approx. CNY 20; best combined with Baomo Garden for a one-day trip.
Getting there: Metro Line 3, transfer to bus / self-drive
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