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Shawan Ancient Town
沙湾古镇
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No. 16 of Family-friendly Attractions in GuangdongOpening hours of Shawan Ancient Town
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Address:
64 Daxiangyong Road, Shawan Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou City
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Phone:Ticket inquiry: +86-20-84730318|+86-20-84736168|+86-20-39110661
Shawan Ancient Town Highlights: Must-See Features and Attractions
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Shawan Town was built in the Song Dynasty and is a perfectly preserved by part of Panyu district. The town has a number of ancient buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and the Chinese Republican eras, al of which fully represent the Lingnan style. The clam shell walls and ear houses are all characteristic of the style, while Cheong Street has been inhabited by famous families throughout history. It is a perfect destination no matter what your interest. There are several famous, impressively designed, ancient ancestral halls in this ancient town. Of course, there are a lot of special snacks in Shawan, such as Jiangzhuangnai.
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Show More ReviewsThere weren't many people visiting outside of holidays. The quaint town had several culturally rich exhibition halls that were quite worth visiting, and various snack shops and dessert stalls made for a pleasant experience.