The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall tour, discover its artistic beauty and cultural depth.

#discoverchina#travel#guangzhao#culture Visiting the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall (陈家祠) is truly inspired me indeed, by its artistic beauty and cultural depth. This ancestral hall is also known as the Guangdong Folk Art Museum, it is one of the most famous historical and cultural landmarks in Guangzhou. Built in the late Qing Dynasty (1894), it served as an ancestral temple for the Chen family and is now a protected national heritage site. ⏩ Highlights of Chen Clan Ancestral Hall: 👉🏽 Exquisite Architecture, it's a masterpiece of traditional Cantonese craftsmanship, featuring intricate wood, stone, and brick carvings, as well as stunning ceramic figurines on the roof. 👉🏽 Folk Art Displays, the ancestral hall is houses a rich collection of Guangdong folk art, including ivory carvings, embroidery, and ceramics. 👉🏽 Historical Significance: The hall well-preserved Lingnan-style architecture and craftsmanship, showcasing the prosperity of Guangdong's merchant clans. 👉🏽 The courtyard layout is a symmetrical complex with multiple halls, courtyards, and corridors, offering a peaceful retreat from the city. ▶️ 🎫 Admission ticket: RMB 10 (free for children under 1.2m) ▶️ 🕒 Opening Hours: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm (last entry at 5:00 pm) 📍No. 34 Enlong Li, Zhongshan 7th Road, Guangzhou (near Metro Line 1, Chen Clan Academy Station, Exit D).