Traveling through thousands of years, Shenzhen Nantou Ancient Town takes you to experience the ancient charm of Lingnan

#Mainland Travel Shenzhen Nantou Ancient City, also known as "Xin'an Ancient City", is an ancient city with a history of nearly 1,700 years. It is located north of Nantou Overpass in Nanshan District, Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province. This place is not only the historical roots and cultural source of Shenzhen and Hong Kong, but also integrates modern business elements. It is an important place to understand the history and culture of Shenzhen. This trip will take you to explore the ancient city’s historical buildings, cultural sites and modern art exhibitions, and experience a journey through time and space that interweaves the past and the present. Trip Plan morning • Transportation recommendation: Take Metro Line 12 to Exit D of Nantou Ancient City Station and walk 5 minutes to the South Gate. • Attractions: ◦ South City Gate: The remains of the Ming Dynasty city wall, where you can experience the ancient coastal defense fortifications. ◦ Xin’an County Yamen: The ruins of the county yamen from the first year of the Wanli reign of the Ming Dynasty, where the ancient court scene was restored. ◦ Dongguan Guild Hall: The only guild hall building in Shenzhen, it showcases the prosperity of the Cantonese business community. • Food recommendation: Enjoy beef brisket ramen at the nearby "Haohaowei Noodle House" and experience the authentic Lingnan flavor. afternoon • Attractions: ◦ Xin Guogong Wen's Ancestral Hall: A Qing Dynasty ancestral hall in memory of Wen Tianxiang. Its Lingnan-style wok-ear gables and wooden carved shrines are of great artistic value. ◦ Nantou Ancient City Museum: displays the nearly 1,700-year history of Shenzhen’s urban development and provides an understanding of the historical changes of the ancient city. ◦ Super Vinyl Factory: It integrates vinyl sales, coffee shop and vinyl production, suitable for friends who love music. • Food recommendation: Try the authentic taro ball and red bean sweet soup at “Jiujie Sweet Soup 1995”. night • Attractions: ◦ Night view of Nantou Ancient City: In the evening, the buildings of the ancient city look particularly spectacular under the light, which is a great time to take pictures of ancient style. • Food recommendation: Enjoy the fried chicken at "Xiabuting Fried Chuan", and we recommend the flavor with basil. Accommodation recommendations It is recommended to choose a hotel near Nantou Ancient Town for convenient sightseeing and rest. There are also many cultural and creative exhibitions and leisure places in the ancient city, which are suitable for evening strolls. Precautions • Weather: It is recommended to visit in spring and autumn when the weather is pleasant and suitable for outdoor activities. • Transportation: There are few parking spaces in the ancient city, so it is recommended to travel green or use public transportation. • Safety: There are many people in the ancient city, so please pay attention to your belongings and be careful not to lose them. Cost Estimation • Admission: Free and open to the public. • Parking: Nantou Ancient Town parking lot is 10 yuan for the first hour, 5 yuan per hour thereafter, capped at 35 yuan.