Lin Zexu's Humen Opium Destruction Site

#Greater Bay Area Attractions In addition to the famous Humen Bridge, Humen is also known for the Humen Opium Destruction, which is an important event in modern history. From June 3 to 29, 1839, Lin Zexu, the Governor-General of Guangdong and Guangxi, destroyed all 2,376,245 kilograms of opium confiscated from Britain and the United States on the Humen beach. The former site of opium destruction can lead to the opium-burning pool that was used to destroy opium at that time. The site where Lin Zexu destroyed opium in Humen is not very big and can be visited in half a day. Scan the QR code at the entrance to make an appointment, it’s free. Entering the park, there are monuments, cannon ruins, a seated statue of Lin Zexu and records of the Humen Opium Destruction Incident. The memorial hall at the back records in detail the development of opium and the opium trade, the notorious British East India Company and those merchants who smuggled opium, the tragedy and destruction caused by opium smoking. One cannot help but admire the determination of the national hero Lin Zexu and his supporters and collaborators to destroy opium. The Humen History Exhibition Hall allows you to learn about the development history of Humen, the living conditions and styles of the people in the past, and is a good opportunity to get in touch with the modern society that is closest to us. #Humen#Humen Opium Destruction#Humen Opium War Museum