[2025 Guangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Zhenhai Tower (Updated Jun)

✨Which city encapsulates its millennia-long history within its extant ancient architecture? Which building best evokes the collective memory of Guangzhou's past for its residents? Zhenhai Tower, standing tall on Panlonggang in Guangzhou since the early Ming Dynasty, has weathered over six centuries of change, preserving the rich history of the Lingnan region. Today, it houses the Guangzhou Museum, a place where history is enshrined within its elegant eaves and upturned corners, inviting visitors to savor its stories. —— 📍 Basic Information ▪️Address: Zhenhai Tower, Yuexiu Park, Guangzhou ▫️Opening Hours: 9:00–17:30, closed on Mondays ▫️Tickets: Zhenhai Tower Main Building: CNY 10 | Zhongyuan Tower Exhibition Area: Free ▫️Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Yuexiu Park Station, then walk through the lush Yuexiu Park and take a photo with the iconic Five Rams Sculpture! ▫️Stamps: One stamp available at the Zhenhai Tower Visitor Center (Figure 2) —— 🏯【Zhenhai Tower: Five Floors Spanning Five Centuries】 Zhenhai Tower was originally built in the 13th year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (1380). During its renovation in 1928, the original wooden structure was replaced with reinforced concrete, but the brick and stone walls remain from the Ming Dynasty. The five-story rectangular tower features gradually receding levels, upturned eaves and corners, resembling both a tower and a pagoda. Its red walls and green tiles make it a rare multi-story pavilion-style building in ancient Chinese architecture. It is known as the "No.1 Scenic Spot in Lingnan" and is now a national heritage site! ▪️Stepping into Zhenhai Tower, the history of Guangzhou unfolds before your eyes, layer by layer: As early as the Neolithic Age, ancestors thrived here; during the Qin and Han Dynasties, the Nanyue Kingdom was established here, marking the first major development of Lingnan; in the Tang and Song Dynasties, Guangzhou became a major port in the East, attracting ships and merchants; with the arrival of the "Age of Exploration," Guangzhou rose to become a major commercial hub in Asia during the Ming and Qing Dynasties, with "Canton" becoming synonymous with "China" in the eyes of Westerners; in modern times, Guangzhou has been at the forefront of embracing new trends, becoming the southern gateway to Western learning. ▪️Zhenhai Tower houses the Guangzhou History Exhibition, showcasing nearly a thousand cultural relics from prehistory to modern times. While the five-story exhibition isn't extensive, several eye-catching artifacts truly captivated me! Ascending Zhenhai Tower offers a breathtaking view of the beautiful cityscape, with the Yuexiu Mountain Stadium, once the home ground of Guangzhou R&F F.C., in the foreground. ▪️Xijin Pavilion, located on the east side of Zhenhai Tower Square, serves as a temporary exhibition hall. ▪️The Zhenhai Tower exhibition area also preserves the oldest existing city wall in Guangzhou—the Ming City Wall. The pair of red sandstone lions in front of Zhenhai Tower were moved from the base of Shuangmen during the demolition of the city wall and construction of roads in the early Republic of China. They are the largest existing red sandstone lion sculptures from the Ming Dynasty. ▪️On the west side of Zhenhai Tower Square is a stele gallery, preserving 23 stone tablets related to the history of Guangzhou. The south side of the square displays Ming and Qing Dynasty cannons used for the city's defense, as well as steel cannons purchased from the German Krupp factory. These cannons are not only relics of the Guangzhou people's resistance against foreign aggression but also physical evidence of the exchange of weapons technology between China and Germany and the history of artillery. —— 🏛️【Zhongyuan Tower: A Universe of Aesthetics Hidden in a Garden】 ▪️Not far from Zhenhai Tower is the Zhongyuan Tower exhibition area, which includes Zhongyuan Tower and the Natural Science Museum. Built in 1930, Zhongyuan Tower was originally the Zhongyuan Library, built in memory of the revolutionary leader Deng Zhongyuan. It features a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles. The exhibition inside, "Guangzhou Export Art in the Early 18th–20th Centuries," showcases the museum's collection of ivory carvings, embroidery, silk fabrics, Guangcai porcelain, and export paintings, recreating the prosperity of Guangzhou's foreign trade during that period. ▪️On the northeast side of Zhongyuan Tower is a stele gallery, displaying stone rubbings of calligraphy by renowned artists from various dynasties, including Wang Xizhi, Ouyang Xun, Yan Zhenqing, Su Shi, Huang Tingjian, Mi Fu, Cai Xiang, and Dong Qichang, as well as local historical documents. —— On a red cotton-strewn afternoon, when the wind chimes on the eaves of Zhenhai Tower ring once more, may you feel the gentle touch of time. Come, ascend this ancient landmark, listen to the tales of Guangzhou's history, and experience the warmth and reverence for this city!

🌸Enjoy a spring outing in Yuexiu Park with this 3-hour lazy itinerary: Visit the Guangzhou Museum, admire the cotton trees, watch the sunset, have dinner, and enjoy the park's musical fountain⛲️ 🌟Transportation: Take a ride-hailing service and get off at the east gate of Yuexiu Park, arriving around 4pm. 🌟Electric Cart: Take the electric cart on the left side of the park entrance, departing every 15 mins. It goes directly to the Guangzhou Museum halfway up the mountain. Tickets cost CNY 10. 🌟Tickets: Purchase tickets for CNY 10 at the ticket office to the left of the Guangzhou Museum entrance. 🌟Exhibitions: Auspicious Cultural Relics Special Exhibition, Zhenhai Tower Regular Exhibition 🌟Enjoy cotton blossoms and the Yuexiu Mountain sunset from inside the museum. 🔔🔔: Entry to the museum stops at 5:30pm, and the museum closes at 6pm. You can walk down the mountain, enjoying flowers, petting cats, and taking in the scenery along the way. Arrive at the park gate at the foot of the mountain around 6:20pm. You can order food at the restaurant by the gate, which faces the park. Enjoy your meal and relax while watching the musical fountain show at 7pm, concluding this fulfilling 3-hour experience😄

🌿 Yuexiu Park – The Green Heart❤️ of Guangzhou🇨🇳! 🏞️ Escape the city buzz and step into Yuexiu Park🏞, Guangzhou’s🇨🇳 largest and most beautiful park! 🌸✨ With lush gardens⛰️, serene lakes🏞, and historical landmarks🛕, it’s the perfect blend of nature and culture🥰🪭⛩️. 🏛️ Iconic Sights – Visit the legendary Five Rams Statue❤️, the symbol of Guangzhou🇨🇳, and explore the ancient city wall and Zhenhai Tower🛕! 🚶♂️ Scenic Walks – Stroll through peaceful trails, admire blooming flowers, and enjoy the fresh air. 🎭 Local Culture🪭 – Watch tai chi, dance performances, and calligraphy artists bring the park to life. 📸👌 Perfect Photo Spot – Capture stunning views, especially from the💰Average Price per Person: hilltop🥰🥰! 📍 Free Entry | Yuexiu Park Station (Line 2, Exit B1) 🌿📷✨ #YuexiuPark #GuangzhouAdventures #NatureMeetsHistory #panoramicview #localguides #guangzhou #lakeview #lake #nationalpark #china #guangzhoutrip

Zhenhai Tower🛕 is a historic landmark located within Yuexiu Park in Guangzhou, China🇨🇳 you must visit👌❤️. Built in 1380 during the early Ming Dynasty, the tower stands 28 meters (92 feet) tall and 31 meters (102 feet) wide. Over the centuries, it has been destroyed and rebuilt five times, transitioning from a wooden structure to its current reinforced concrete form in 1928. Today, Zhenhai Tower houses the Guangzhou Museum🇨🇳, which offers a comprehensive look into the city's rich history through various artifacts and exhibits😍. The tower's prominent location and historical🪭 significance have made it an emblem of Guangzhou🇨🇳, frequently appearing on coins, bills, and official documents throughout the city's history. you can go to Zhenhai Tower🛕 by taking Guangzhou 🚇 Line 2 to Yuexiu Park Station (Exit B1)❤️. #zhenhai #historicallandmarks #panoramicviews #guangzhou #yuexiupark #china #localguides #towerview

📍Address of scenic spot: Yuexiu Park 🚗Transportation to scenic spot: Exit B1 of Yuexiu Park Station on Metro Line 2 👍️Must-visit scenic spots: Five-ram stone sculpture, Guangzhou Museum, Zhenhai Tower, Yuexiushan Stadium, Yuexiushan 🎟️Tickets: The park is free, but there is a Spring Lantern Festival recently, which costs 40 yuan. There are two different entrances and two different routes. Please pay attention to the signs at the door. The main entrance can only enter the Spring Lantern Festival. 💗Other tips: [Heart] If you have the conditions, you can try Yayunxuan Vegetarian Cuisine (Yuexiu Park Branch). The taste is very good, but the price is very high. [Heart] It takes about two hours to walk around. You can visit the museum and feel the charm of the Five Goats Sculpture and the old city wall. [Heart] There are many cats in the park, cat lovers 🉑 go to look for cats [LikeUU]

📍Address: Yuexiu Park, No. 99 Zhenhai Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 am–5:30 pm (last entry at 5:00 pm), closed on Mondays. However, on public holidays such as New Year's Day, Spring Festival, Tomb Sweeping Day, Labor Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day, the museum is open from 9:00 am–5:30 pm. Ticket price: Generally CNY 10 per person, CNY 8 per person for groups of 20 or more. Some groups, such as minors under 18, seniors over 70 (with ID), students (with student ID), and military personnel (with military ID), can visit for free. In addition, the museum has one free admission day per month. ❤Recommended reason: Zhenhai Tower Exhibition Area: Located in the beautiful Yuexiu Park, Zhenhai Tower was built in the 13th year of the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty (1380) and was a city tower built by Zhu Liangzu, Marquis of Yongjia, when he repaired the city of Guangzhou. In 1928, the Guangzhou Municipal Government established the "Guangzhou Municipal Museum" here, which officially opened to the public on February 11, 1929. The exhibition area systematically displays the cultural, folk, and urban development changes of Guangzhou over the past five or six thousand years through exhibits such as artifacts, photos, and materials unearthed in or related to Guangzhou from various periods. Zhongyuan Building Exhibition Area: Located on the east side of Zhenhai Road, the main building of the exhibition area, Zhongyuan Library, was built in memory of Deng Zhongyuan, a general of the Xinhai Revolution. It now houses special exhibitions such as "Treasures of Maritime Trade: Guangzhou Export Artworks from the 18th to Early 20th Century", which showcase the history of foreign trade at the port of Guangzhou during the Qing Dynasty. 🚉Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Yuexiu Park Station, and take Exit B2; or take other transportation to Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Station (Exit C) and walk 780 meters.