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Shamian Island: The Most European Corner of Guangzhou

Shamian Island was historically a concession area for both the British and the French. The island retains many European-style buildings and is known as the 'Museum of European Architecture.' The architectural styles are diverse, including the British Romantic-style Customs Red Building, the Gothic Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, the arcade-style building at No. 48 Shamian Street, and the classical revival-style HSBC Bank, reflecting Western architectural techniques and art. To this day, Shamian Island preserves 169 European-style buildings. Most of these buildings were constructed from the late 19th to early 20th century, featuring styles such as Neoclassicism, Neo-Baroque, and Neo-Gothic, showcasing the essence of Western architectural art. Notable Buildings on Shamian Island 1⃣ Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church 2⃣ Shamian Christian Church 3⃣ Former HSBC Bank🏦 4⃣ Former Soviet Consulate 5⃣ Former Taiwan Bank Guangzhou Branch 6⃣ Former French Military Barracks 7⃣ Former French Consulate 8⃣ Former Taikoo Trading Company 9⃣ The Most Beautiful McDonald's in Guangzhou
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Posted: Jan 27, 2025
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