Zhuhai Beishan—Zhuhai Cultural Landmark

Zhuhai Beishan Courtyard integrates history, culture and art. With its characteristic of "collision of ancient charm and new trends", it has become a cultural landmark in Zhuhai. It is suitable for a half-day in-depth tour or a one-day itinerary combined with surrounding attractions.

1️⃣Historical background: Beishan Village was first built in the Qing Dynasty and has a history of nearly 300 years. It was once an important Lingnan ancient village in Zhuhai. The Yang Clan Ancestral Hall is its core building. It was built in the seventh year of Tongzhi period of Qing Dynasty (1868) to commemorate the descendants of Yang Yanzhao, a hero who fought against the Yuan Dynasty in the Southern Song Dynasty. It is now a cultural relic protection unit in Guangdong Province.

2️⃣Architectural features: The ancestral hall is in typical Lingnan style, with blue bricks and gray tiles, carved beams and painted buildings, and exquisite wood carvings, stone carvings and brick carvings. The courtyard has towering ancient trees and a solemn atmosphere.

3️⃣Cultural and artistic experience
The Old Goods Warehouse is a cultural and creative space converted from an old factory building. It displays vintage furniture and old objects, and regularly hosts retro markets, hand-made experiences (such as leather goods making and pottery) and art exhibitions.

Art spaces: such as the Beishan Hall and Tingyun Study Room, which often hold photography exhibitions, painting exhibitions and cultural salons, attracting local artists and art lovers.

Featured shops: Cafes/restaurants: Recommended ones include "Xiao Ri Zi" and "Bu Zai Yun Shan", which feature a retro style and provide hand-brewed coffee, Chinese snacks and creative dishes.

Handicraft workshops: You can experience traditional crafts such as tie-dyeing, woodworking, and incense.

4️⃣Photography suggestions: the main entrance of the Yang Family Ancestral Hall, the rooftop of the old warehouse, the graffiti walls in the alleys, and the windows of literary shops.

Post by Tasting Trolley | Mar 26, 2025