Kaiping Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Without leaving Guangzhou, there is an ancient town with arcade buildings in Dongguan within 2 hours!!!

I never thought that there would be such a secluded ancient town built by the water two hours drive from Dongguan, with retro arcade streets, clan ancestral halls, trams shuttling through the streets, and swaying boats in the Tanjiang River... · This place full of cultural heritage is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a slow life on weekends and holidays. · ✅Recommended check-in points 1⃣️Tram Take a tram at the 'Chikan Town Station', which will take you through the retro arcades in 30 minutes, creating a full atmosphere. 2⃣️Rowing boat Take a rowing boat on the Tanjiang River, passing by every household, and experience the charm of the Nanling water town. 3⃣️Workshop Street The retro arcade buildings on both sides, plus the plaques and graffiti at the door, wait for a tram, and every shot is a great scene. 4⃣️Peace Square Go to the market, watch performances, visit the church, feed pigeons, full of life. 5⃣️Chizi Square There are dragon boat races in the afternoon, and you can watch the national tide lion dance and fountain light show performances in the evening, which are full of fun. 6⃣️Dongdi Road, Xidi Road A super photogenic riverside road, with arcade buildings on one side and rowing boats on the river on the other, it's simply too beautiful. · ✅What to do in the ancient town? 🔸Kayaking 🔸National tide lion dance 🔸Cantonese opera performance 🔸Wing Chun performance 🔸River lantern blessing 🔸Dragon boat race 🔸Chikan fire dragon dance 🔸Music fountain light show 🔸Tram, rowing boat · ✅About accommodation If you want to experience a slow life, it is recommended to stay in the ancient town, which also includes 2 tickets and breakfast, free shuttle bus, free parking and free reservation for morning tea guests, which is a good deal. I stayed at the Meitang Hotel, the exterior is retro arcade style, the interior is American retro style, very comfortable, the roof is also equipped with an outdoor romantic swimming pool, which is very photogenic. · ✅About food In the morning, you must experience Chikan Cantonese morning tea, a whole street of food, full of life, various desserts, mixed noodles, rice, etc., for morning tea you can try shrimp dumplings, chicken feet are very good. For lunch and dinner, you can choose Nanyuan Restaurant for Hunan cuisine, or Xinglong Beef Hot Pot. · 🚧Address: Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town, Kaiping, Jiangmen ⏰Time: Open all day 🚅Transportation: Take the high-speed train from Dongguan Humen Station to Kaiping South Station for 1.5 hours, and then take a taxi for 20 minutes to arrive.

Speaking of Chikan, the feelings for it originated from letting the bullet fly this movie. The ancient city of Chikan, without the tranquility of Lijiang, without the beauty of the phoenix, without the warmth of Wuzhen, has its unique depth. It can be an ancient town with stories. There is no affair, no drunken dreams, but it has a unique overseas Chinese culture in Guangdong Province. Whether in the field of architecture or at the spiritual level, it has seen past events in South China. Its cultural history has unlimited connotations. Chikan is built along the Tanjiang River. The south bank is a village, and the north bank is a city. It is a unique arcade building, far more than the huge foreign buildings in Kaiping Old Street. On the east bank of the embankment along the river, the Zhonghua Road, which is parallel to it, is sandwiched between two roads and there is a small road called Two Roads. This is a three-horizon parallel with the river, and there are many vertical roads crossing them. Form the road network of the city. Chikan Town has a quaint taste of Chinese and Western. Therefore, it is called "the fifth ancient town in China". Old tree, old building. Slate paved road, square column window, square ruler, solid wood bed. The lengthy and deep tone of the gray, the architectural style of the combination of Chinese and Western, the tower building built along the river, there is no gorgeous, no publicity, and there is no way to talk about the amazing word. For hundreds of years, silently watching the other side of the river,

You must visit the ancient town of Chikan in Jiangmen at least once! "A small ancient town, half a history of overseas Chinese"

This is not Wuzhen, it is "Jiangmen Chikan Ancient Town" Jiangmen—is the famous capital of overseas Chinese hometowns! It has a century-old arcade ancient town, watchtowers and ancient streets divided by water, with Nanyang style on one side and Lingnan charm on the other. Be sure to visit when you have time

Journey to the Ancient Towns of Southern Guangdong (Part 4): A Night Tour of Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town

The sunset glow of Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town is beautiful, but even more dazzling than the sunset is the night market of Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town. The night view is the soul of the beauty of Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town. As night falls, the entire ancient town lights up with twinkling lights, shining like stars. The market, held at Peace Square and Station Front Square, has numerous stalls offering everything one might need. There are barbecue stalls, live comic experiences, hand-mixed cocktails, and a dazzling array of goods. Strolling through the night market of Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town, one can hear the bustling crowd, see the wisps of cooking smoke; or sit in the tents of the cool market, chatting and enjoying the moonlight, deeply feeling the 'golden market' atmosphere of the ancient town, which is very pleasant. At this time, taking a tram or rowing boat for a night tour of the ancient town is a good choice. The clanging tram will take you through the streets and alleys of the ancient town, appreciating the night view that is completely different from the daytime. The unique night lighting makes the whole European-style street warm and romantic. At night, Chikan's ancient commercial port uses visual techniques such as light shows and architectural art lighting to create a beautiful and magnificent scene of light and shadow. The various styles of arcade buildings are illuminated by lights, making them appear even more exquisite and elegant. Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town

Kaiping Diaolou

Kaiping Diaolou is a building left by overseas Chinese in the 1920s and 1930s. It combines living and defensive functions and is a precious world heritage. The main features of Kaiping Diaolou include: - Mixed style: The architectural style is wild with delicacy, mixed with Chinese and Western styles, which is a major feature of Kaiping Diaolou. - Combination of local and Western: After two anti-bandit operations, the Kaiping area has been relatively stable, and the appearance of cottage-style buildings is also a combination of local and Western. - Decorations reflect the changes in the times: The decorations of the buildings reflect the changes in the times and also declare the new thoughts and interests of the building owners.

Architectural landmarks you can't miss in Kaiping

#MyTripVlog #chinatravel #tripblazers #china #unescoworldheritage #chinatravel #urbanexplorer #kaiping #guangdong Kaiping Diaolou and Villages is located in Kaiping, Jiangmen Guangdong China. It's a UNEsCO World Heritage Site. There are 3 important buildings in the village. The communal towers were built by several families and used as temporary refuge, residential towers built by individual rich families and used as fortified residences, and watch towers. Transportation Take Tangkou - Magang Special Line from Kaiping downtown area and get off at Zilicun. From Shenzhen : Take a long distance bus or provincial bus from Louhu CoCh Station to Kaiping directly. The bus schedules are 10:50, 14:55, 16:25 and 19:50. Ticket Fare: ¥130 Place name: Yangkuo World Heritage Corridor Tangkou Liyuan Kaiping Jingmen Guangdong

Kaiping is nicknamed 'the home of overseas Chinese' as huge numbers of emigrants left this area beginning in the late nineteenth century. Many settled abroad and Taishanese, the local language, is still spoken around the world. Others returned home with both wealth and inspiration. They imported what were then new western inventions like flush toilets and radios and built houses in their home villages inspired by the architecture they'd seen in Europe and the Americas. The most distinctive of their buildings are diaolou, fortified towers crowned with ostentatious baroque or neoclassical penthouses. They served both as residences and defence against bandits. They can be found in various places, but especially in Kaiping, where they are recognised as a Unesco world heritage site. Many are scattered singly or in pairs throughout the countryside but there are a few diaolou clusters where you can see many in a small area and even climb up a few of them, as well as seeing the Republic of China period furnishings inside. The surroundings are very rural, not much changed a century after these eccentric towers were raised. Kaiping is an easy day- or weekend-trip from Guangzhou. From Kaiping Railway Station it's easiest to get a taxi to one of the diaolou clusters. Be sure to taste the local speciality baozaifan, rice cooked in a clay pot until the bottom gets crusty, served with various toppings. #leaveyourmark #urbanexplorer #lightthecity #kaiping #taishan #jiangmen #guangdong #diaolou #architecture #historicallandmarks #unesco

Kaiping 开平，this is how does Guangdong small provincial city looks like. Mostly people arrive here to take buses and immediately transfer to Dialou scenic spots located in several villages around Kaiping city. Kaiping at a glance is very calm place where life is slow and peaceful existence. Good is typical Guangdong food but offered for lowest price. #holidayvacation#wintergetaway#staycation#tripinspired

Kaiping Diaolou Cluster in Tangkou Town, Kaiping, Jiangmen, Guangdong

An era's architecture reflects the memory of that era, bearing the spirit, wealth, culture, and style of its time. The villages of Zili and Qilin in Tangkou Town, Kaiping, Jiangmen, Guangdong, preserve the memory of a hundred years of historical and cultural architecture.

Kaiping Diaolou | Jiangmen is not only known for its rapid development, but also for its World Cultural Heritage

In Kaiping, Jiangmen, a 90-minute drive from Zhuhai, I felt as if I had traveled back to a century ago. Amidst the pastoral charm of Lingnan, towering diaolous with various styles are interspersed. Time seems to have frozen at a certain moment in the past, allowing us to glimpse fragments of history. Zili Village Diaolou Cluster If I could only visit one place, I would choose Zili Village. Its uniqueness lies not only in its exquisite appearance but also in the serene and beautiful natural scenery that surrounds it. Walking along the country lanes, with neat rice fields on the side and lotus ponds interspersed, the tranquil beauty of rural life is overwhelming. The tall diaolous with different appearances are scattered throughout the countryside. Currently, only three diaolous in the entire village are open to the public, with the most conspicuous being the 'Mingshi Lou', which fans of the movie 'Let the Bullets Fly' will definitely recognize at first glance, built in 1925. Not only is the exterior exquisite, but the interior furniture and decorations are also well preserved. You can also go up to the panoramic terrace on the top floor, where the view is superb. Address: Zili Village, Tangkou Town, Kaiping City Zili Village Diaolou Cluster

Travel through a century and encounter the ancient village of the world

♨️ Zili Village is located in Jiangmen City, Guangdong, and is known as the "Diaolou Village". 📌 Address: Tangkou Town, Kaiping City, Jiangmen, Guangdong Province 🌈Strolling here, you can enjoy the beautiful rural scenery and experience the peaceful village life. 📸If you love photography, ✨️then this place is definitely your paradise, ✨️because every angle can produce a masterpiece!🌃 💰 Admission: Zili Village 78 yuan, Liyuan 100 yuan, Majianglong 50 yuan, single attraction ticket valid for the day; Liyuan + Zili Village combo ticket 150 yuan; Diaolou Cultural Zone combo ticket (including Liyuan, Zili Village, Majianglong, Jinjiangli) 180 yuan; ‼️Valid for two days ⏰️Business hours: 9:10 - 17:50. 😘Other information: Zili Village is only 6 kilometers away from Chikan Ancient Town, which can be visited together.

Kaiping Diaolou and Chikan Ancient Town Day Tour

First stop: Morning tea in Goose City: The tea is delicious, the dim sum is tasty, the environment is beautiful, the service is enthusiastic, and the key point is that it's not expensive. Second stop: Pioneer Bookstore Granary, a great place for photos; Third stop: Li Garden, the combination of Chinese and Western architecture and decoration is breathtaking; Fourth stop: Self-reliance Village Diaolou: The beauty of history, well worth the trip; Fifth stop: Chikan Ancient Town: The main attraction is the architecture, another great place for photos. The schedule is tight, yet the visit is satisfying; it's convenient for self-driving with easy parking.

There is such a place, in the depths of a vast farmland and green bamboo forest, a truss-like tower suddenly stands in the middle of it, in the sunset, silently telling stories about prosperity, vicissitudes and struggles. This place is Kaiping. Although the ancient buildings here are particularly broken, there are wonderful and unpredictable charms that are faintly presented. They prove the lifestyle of the overseas Chinese and form a place full of exotic pastoral customs. The idyllic nature. The landscape, combined with the exquisite craftsmanship of man-made architecture, attracts more and more people to find all kinds of imaginations. Liyuan is a private garden. It was built ten years by Mr. Xie Weili, a Chinese-American overseas Chinese. It was initially built in the 25th year of the Republic of China (1936).

Visited Liyuan on the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, taking advantage of the off-peak hours

After coming out from Jinjiang Li, I went to have some eel rice first, and it was already three o'clock in the afternoon when I entered Liyuan. The parking lot didn't seem very crowded, so I figured there wouldn't be too many people inside the garden either. 🌟 Highlights: Liyuan is located in Genghua Village, Tangkou Town, Kaiping City, Jiangmen. It is a private garden of Xie Weili, an overseas Chinese from Tangkou Town who lived in America. The name 'Liyuan' implies the idea of 'establishing trees and cultivating people.' Construction of Kaiping Liyuan began in 1926 and was preliminarily completed in 1936. Covering an area of about 19,600 square meters, it combines traditional gardening, Western architecture, and the characteristics of Jiangnan water towns. Its unique architectural style stands out in Chinese gardens, making it one of the more complete gardens in China that integrates Chinese and Western elements. 👍 Most recommended: Liyuan is indeed impressive! It's quite large, with a reasonable layout of residences, gardens, and water systems. The two villas named 'Panli' and 'Panwen' are the most magnificent and spectacular. Their rooftops are built in the ancient Chinese 'double-eave' style, covered with green glazed tiles, cleverly creating a practical insulation layer. The interior floors and stairs are paved with colorful Italian stone, which, after many years, still shine brilliantly and are breathtaking. Plus, the love story of Mr. Xie Weili and his four wives is indeed worth the visit. ⏳ Recommended visiting time: 2 hours 💰 Average cost per person: Adult ticket is 100 yuan, and there is also the option of a combo ticket. 📝 Tips: You can enter the 'Panli' and 'Panwen' villas, although they are exquisite, the stairs are quite steep, and the practicality of the buildings is slightly inferior to that of the Ming Stone Building. 🚉 Transportation strategy: We drove there, which was quite convenient. Small cars are not limited by time, 10 yuan. There is a shuttle bus between the scenic spots🚌, which I saw during the Spring Festival, but I'm not sure if it's available normally.

The gem in the Diaolou

The Diaolou in Kaiping, Jiangmen, Guangdong are very famous and each has its own characteristics. For example, the Diaolou in Liyuan can be said to be the gem among the Diaolou. This set of buildings was built by overseas Chinese who returned to the country in the early last century, and there was already a concept of overall planning, so the Diaolou group and gardens here belong to a whole. The buildings in Liyuan are relatively well preserved and have great ornamental value. You must visit here when you come to Jiangmen.

Liyuan is an independent garden. It is a villa garden built by Mr. Xie Weili, a Chinese-American overseas Chinese. It is a garden that has been built for ten years. In my impression, such a large garden should be appreciated by the emperor, but here... its built by people themselves. ... rich. Liyuan Garden is divided into three parts: large garden, small garden and villa area. They are separated by artificial river or wall, and are connected by bridge pavilion and cloister. There is a garden in the garden and there is a scene in the scenery. There are six villas and a tower in the villa area, including the Chinese and Western buildings. The interior and decoration are rich in luxury and elegance. Relying on the Grand View Garden depicted in "Dream of Red Mansions", it is an eclectic mix of classical architecture of Chinese gardens, and integrates the architectural features of villas in Europe and America at that time, achieving the combination of Chinese and Western cultures, and thus has the reputation of "small view garden". The place to enter the gate is the Kaiping Diaolou Group Museum. In this museum, we can see the history of almost all the towers in Kaiping and the history of the formation of the park. It is still worth seeing. Going forward, there is a micro-carved landscape of the tower. It is very architectural. It has a mottled effect when it is placed outdoors for a long time. A small iron window is very cute. Look carefully at the door. The stairs and the stairs inside are all made, its awesome! Go further and enter the villa area. There are six villas in the villa area.

Unbeatable Chikan Ancient Town Hotel Experience at Changsheng Inn!

Visit Chikan Ancient Town for a two-day, one-night tour! Stay at Changsheng Inn🏨 for a night! 🛏【Hotel Guide】 📍Detailed address: Inside Chikan Ancient Town Scenic Area, Kaiping City, Guangdong Province 🚗Transportation strategy: It is advisable to drive by yourself, and hotel guests have access to a free🆓 parking lot🅿️ 🌟Highlights: Stay in a hotel with the architectural style of the Republic of China🏘️, and experience a reversal of time and space🔄; Hotel guests can enjoy free🆓 24-hour access to Chikan Ancient Town and experience the different views of the town during the day and night! ⛱Hotel environment: Relatively clean and tidy, with all the necessary facilities, including a small washing machine for laundry👚 Breakfast🥣 offers two options, with the buffet style being more abundant! 💰Average cost: Around 300 yuan

Come on, come on!! The lake view is just outside the window, and I am woken up by the big white goose in the morning

Come on, come on!! The lake view is just outside the window, and I am woken up by the big white goose in the morning😁😁 In the center of the Chikan Ancient Town scenic area, there is a unique hotel. The spacious and convenient parking lot provides great convenience for tourists. 🏨Hotel environment: The hotel room facilities are exquisite, and the balcony room is upgraded for free, so that you can enjoy the quiet and fresh living environment while appreciating the style of the ancient town. Comfortable bedding gives you a good night. 🍽Catering recommendation: The breakfast set is very rich, including various Chinese and Western foods, and the plating is exquisite, which makes people appetite. 👍Most recommended: What's worth mentioning is that the hotel service is very thoughtful, the service staff is responsive, and feels very kind. Especially worth mentioning is the receptionist Jin Pei, her professional knowledge and enthusiastic service make the whole stay experience very pleasant. She carefully informed the route, accompanied the check-in, and introduced the planning of the scenic area and the characteristics of the attractions throughout the process, and made a lot of recommendations. 🍽Catering recommendation: There are many restaurants in the ancient town, all of which are very good. I casually checked in Jinlong Restaurant, which is exquisite and delicious, and the price is not expensive. ✅Must experience: The night view is really beautiful, watching the music show and water dance show is a very good experience. The entire ancient town is brightly lit, presenting a prosperous scene.