Hotel Pick-up, Transfer to Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
Your private IslamiChina Travel guide will greet you with a clear sign in your hotel lobby (or designated meeting point) at the scheduled time. Transfer to the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall in a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle.
Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall
The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, originally constructed in 1894 as an academy for young Chen clan members to prepare for the imperial exams, stands as a magnificent testament to Guangdong’s architectural and artistic heritage. This symmetrical complex boasts 19 des bâtiments, nine halls, and six courtyards, showcasing intricate wood carvings, pottery, and other traditional art forms. Once transformed into a school and now housing the Guangdong Folk Art Museum, the hall remains a cultural cornerstone.
Visit Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, an iconic octagonal structure, stands as a tribute to the revered “Père de la Chine moderne.” Built with funds raised by the Chinese diaspora and completed in 1931, this architectural marvel houses a vast, pillarless auditorium capable of seating over 3,000 people. Sun Yat-sen, the revolutionary leader who overthrew the Qing Dynasty and established the Republic of China, is honored within these walls, a testament to his enduring legacy.
Lunch at a Local Halal Restaurant, Salat at Mosquée Huaisheng
Visit Five Rams Statue
Perched atop Yuexiu Hill, the iconic Five Rams Statue stands as a symbol of Guangzhou’s rich history. Carved from over 130 pieces of granite, this monumental sculpture depicts the legendary creatures that transformed the city from a barren land to a thriving metropolis. According to ancient lore, five immortal beings rode these rams, bearing gifts of rice cultivation to the grateful people. As a testament to their enduring impact, the rams were said to have turned to stone upon the immortals’ departure, leaving behind a lasting legacy.
Admire the tomb of Sa’ad Ibn Abi Waqqas
L'histoire rapporte que le Prophète Muhammad (s.a..w), à l'âge de 57 envoya son oncle Sad ibn Abi-Waqqas à Guangzhou. Le tombeau du Sage Musulman a été érigé pour commémorer Sad ibn Abi-Waqqas qui est mort à Guangzhou.
Transfer to Your Hotel
Your private guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel after visiting Waqqas Tomb.
