Pan Tang Historical District: A Shelter of Artists in Ancient Core of Guangzhou

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Pantang Wuyo is an important historical and cultural district in Changhua Street, Liwan District, Guangzhou, with a history of more than 900 years. It is not only one of the few intact local settlements in the historic city of Guangzhou, but also has extremely important historical and cultural value. Pantang Wuyo is the only local village in Guangzhou's historic urban area that completely retains the rural pattern, texture and typical simple style of the Qing Dynasty.
Historical background
The history of Pantang Wuyo can be traced back to the Song Dynasty, when it was called Pantang. The name Pantang comes from “Panchi", which symbolizes the pond in front of the school palace and means the prosperity of local students.
Pantang Wuyo was called “Covenant" in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was a form of rural organization, equivalent to a natural village. Today, Pantang Wuyo is the only area in Guangzhou City that completely retains the pattern of local settlements in the Qing Dynasty.
Cultural characteristics
Pantang Wuyo has preserved a large number of historical sites and cultural landscapes, including Renwei Ancient Temple, Pagoda, Li Clan Ancestral Hall, Liang Clan Ancestral Hall and Wuyo Pavilion.These monuments not only show the history and culture of Pantang, but also reflect the way of life and religious beliefs of the local residents.
In addition, the streets and alleys of Pantang Wuyo retain the winding layout and the architectural style of green brick porch eaves, which have a unique Lingnan style.
Travel information
Visitors can stroll through the streets of Pantang Wuyo and feel the authentic life of Lingnan Village. There are many modern cultural and creative studios and small shops here, where visitors can experience the colorful traditional culture of Lingnan. In addition, Pantang Wuyo also retains the traditional characteristics of the water village. Visitors can admire the rich aquatic plants and experience the local water village life.

Post by MaxS | Mar 3, 2025