Shamian Island: The Most European Corner of Guangzhou

Shamian Island was historically a concession area for both the British and the French. The island retains many European-style buildings and is known as the 'Museum of European Architecture.' The architectural styles are diverse, including the British Romantic-style Customs Red Building, the Gothic Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, the arcade-style building at No. 48 Shamian Street, and the classical revival-style HSBC Bank, reflecting Western architectural techniques and art. To this day, Shamian Island preserves 169 European-style buildings. Most of these buildings were constructed from the late 19th to early 20th century, featuring styles such as Neoclassicism, Neo-Baroque, and Neo-Gothic, showcasing the essence of Western architectural art.

Notable Buildings on Shamian Island
1⃣ Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
2⃣ Shamian Christian Church
3⃣ Former HSBC Bank🏦
4⃣ Former Soviet Consulate
5⃣ Former Taiwan Bank Guangzhou Branch
6⃣ Former French Military Barracks
7⃣ Former French Consulate
8⃣ Former Taikoo Trading Company
9⃣ The Most Beautiful McDonald's in Guangzhou

Post by Hana____tw | Jan 27, 2025