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The Gongwu Village Ancient Building Complex, located in Gongwu Village, Longhua Town, Longmen County, Huizhou City, Guangdong Province, dates back to the Qing Dynasty. The complex includes the Five Residences, the Ancient Wharf, Main Street, and the Liao Clan Ancestral Hall. Over a thousand ancient dwellings and more than ten courtyards remain. The beams, wood carvings, and gray-plastic water-polished blue brick walls of the Five Residences and the Liao Clan Ancestral Hall, as well as the curved counters of the shops on Main Street, are of high artistic research value.
French writer Victor Hugo once said, "Architecture is a history book written in stone." Gongwu Village, known as the "Lu of Wang, Xie, and Cui," is a textbook example of Cantonese architecture. On July 17, 2002, it was designated a fourth batch of Guangdong Provincial Cultural Relics Protection Sites. It chronicles the social development and cultural history of Longmen from the perspective of a large family, and its portrayal of nature, humanity, and society is epic and magnificent.
The subtropical monsoon climate makes travel suitable all year round.
Longmen Xiangxi Fort
Opening hours: 8:30-16:30
Tickets: Adults 98 yuan; children under 1.2 meters in height are free
3 hours
Gongwu Village is a historic village in Huizhou, Guangdong, known for preserving traditional Lingnan architecture and offering insights into the local culture and ancestral heritage.
Located in Huizhou City, Guangdong Province. Accessible by taxi or local bus from Huizhou downtown; walking is required within the village.
Open daily, typically from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for pleasant weather and scenic views.
Entrance is usually free or very low-cost; tickets can be purchased at the village entrance if required.
Advance booking is generally not necessary unless visiting during major festivals or group tours.
2–4 hours depending on interest in cultural sites and photography.
Guided tours may be available in Chinese; audio guides are rare.
Village entrance, historic streets, bridges, and traditional houses offer the best photo opportunities.
Start at the main entrance, follow the central village street, visit temples and halls, explore side alleys, then exit through the scenic bridge area.
Night visits are generally not recommended; no regular light shows, but special cultural events may occur occasionally.
Less crowded on weekdays; weekends and festival days are busier.
Basic facilities: public toilets, small cafes or snack stalls, resting benches, and souvenir shops near main streets.
Some cobblestone streets and steps may be challenging for elderly or disabled visitors; children can explore with supervision.
Cash and mobile payments are commonly accepted in shops and cafes.
Local eateries serving traditional Huizhou cuisine are available near the village; a few small cafes offer drinks and snacks.
Vegetarian options are usually available; halal options may be limited.
Several hotels and guesthouses in Huizhou City provide convenient access to Gongwu Village.
Souvenir shops sell traditional crafts, postcards, local snacks, and small artworks.
Taxi, local bus, or rideshare services to reach other Huizhou attractions or return to the city center.
