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Chen Clan Ancestral Hall

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Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, built in 1894, is a masterpiece of Lingnan architecture featuring intricate wood, stone, brick, and ceramic carvings that adorn its halls and courtyards. Originally a clan academy for the Chen family, it now serves as the Guangdong Folk Arts Museum, displaying folk crafts such as ivory carving, embroidery, and paper-cutting. Visitors can wander through the ornate halls, admire the detailed roof ridges decorated with colorful figurines, and watch artisans at work.

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  • Marvel at the intricate woodcarvings on the doors and beams.
  • View the colorful ceramic figurines on the roof ridges.
  • Watch live demonstrations of traditional folk crafts like ivory carving.

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