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Chen Clan Academy , Worth visit or Not ?

Chen Clan Academy @Guangzhou_China Metro Line 1 - 陈家祠 D exit Is it worth a visit or not ??? 1. Are you a Cultural & Architecture enthusiast ? 2. Are you interested in Southeast / East Asian architecture ? 陈家祠 is one of the very few attractions place needed to pay entrance fee ( 10 rmb ) and need proof of Identity ( either a student card / Passport / Citizenship Card ) Chen Clan Academy was a private academy of Chen Clan Family where people from branch families come to study 📚 In there , you can have a look at floor plan layout and how rooms are arranged of Traditional Chinese Family House and the figurines on the roof are the pride of the Place. Wood , Stone & Mud craftings are the boasting features of the place with each figures representing their unique meaning. It’s said that during the cultural revolution era , the academy served as a publishing house for the movement and hence saved itself from being destroyed If you are from Singapore , Malaysia , Myanmar, Vietnam or any other SEA countries , you might be pretty familiar with the craftsmanship Overall , it’s a fulfilling place for a cultural enthusiast But just a big house with courtyards and museum if you are not interested. I, myself , have been there twice and i feel peaceful to look at all the structures It tends to be pretty crowded in the main courtyard area despite the entrance fee and all. I feel like you will love it more during less crowded period. #chinatravel #chenclanacademy #陈家祠 #guangzhou_china #museums
Posted: Jul 23, 2025
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