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Guangzhou Photography · Niche Photo Spots! A Treasured Taoist Temple Away from the Crowds!

🔹A Thousand-Year-Old Taoist Temple in the Bustling City Who says Guangzhou only has temples? This "Chunyang Guan," hidden in Haizhu District, is a true secluded wonderland! As the largest existing Taoist temple in Guangzhou, built by Li Mingche in the Qing Dynasty, it offers beautiful scenery and great photo opportunities with few crowds! Climb to the top and capture magical shots of the Canton Tower framed by ancient architecture! ✅Must-See Route: Shanmen Gate → Lingguan Hall (Giant Incense Burner is Super Impressive) → Wenchang Hall (Covered with "Golden List Title" Wishing Plaques) → Ci Hang Hall (Glazed Tiles Glow in the Sunlight) → Doumu Hall (360° Corridor Perfect for Hanfu Photos) → Mountaintop Viewing Platform (Overlooking the City + Giant Tai Chi Diagram) ✅Incense Burning Guide - A Niche but Super Effective Place for Prayers 1️⃣ Incense Guide: Receive 3 free environmentally friendly incense sticks at the entrance (respectful incense burning is encouraged). Bringing your own fresh flowers and fruits is recommended for a more unique experience. 2️⃣ Key Recommendations: ▫️Wenchang Hall: A must-visit for students! You can get a "Zhuangyuan Jidi" wishing ribbon for 10 yuan. ▫️Lvzu Hall: Fortune-telling for careers is super accurate! The Taoist priest is very patient in explaining the fortune sticks (donations are welcome). ▫️Ci Hang Hall: The white jade Guanyin statue is super benevolent, and prayers for health are super effective. 3️⃣ Hidden Gem: On the 1st and 15th of each lunar month, there are morning classes. Listening to the chanting in the morning light is especially healing. 📷A Holy Land for Photography - Get Ancient-Style Photos Straight from Your Phone 1️⃣ Shanmen Gate Archway (Side backlighting is stunning at 9 am) 2️⃣ Guanyutai Archway (Use the round doorway to capture the silhouette of the Canton Tower) 3️⃣ Red Walls and Green Tiles Corridor (Capture yourself walking in a light-colored cheongsam) 4️⃣ Doumu Hall Spiral Staircase (Shoot a top-down, ethereal twirling video) 5️⃣ Mountaintop Bagua Platform (Wide-angle shots of people + city skyline) 6️⃣There are many popular kittens in the Taoist temple🐈 💡Exclusive Tips: ✔️Clothing Suggestions: New Chinese style/Song Dynasty Hanfu + oil-paper umbrella. The Taoist temple's color scheme is mainly blue-gray, so avoid red clothing. ✔️Lighting Secrets: After 3 pm, the sunlight slants through the window lattices, creating stunning shadows from the pillars in the main hall! ✔️Hidden Spot: The small bamboo grove behind Ci Hang Hall, with stone tables and chairs + swaying bamboo shadows, instantly transforms into a martial arts movie scene. - 📍Address: Chunyang Guan, 268 Ruikang Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou 🚇Transportation: Subway Line 11, Wufeng Station, Exit A ⏰Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30) 🎫Tickets: Free admission, no reservation required ⚠️Note: No photos inside the halls/do not step on the threshold. Please remain quiet during ceremonies. -
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Posted: Mar 19, 2025
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