It is not only one of the symbolic constructions in Guangzhou with its majestic appearance and the infused rich Chinese national color, but also an important place for large scale meeting and performance.

The temple was given its current name in 1099 by the exiled poet Su Dongpo (1037-1101), who commemorated the banyan trees in the courtyard with a poem. It has a rich collection of cultural-relics and is renowned both at home and abroad.

it is a market of a large-scale and wide varieties of meat, eggs and vegetables, seafood, Chinese herbal medicines, dried fruits, flowers, birds and fishes, are sold.

Lichee Bay, The most profound cultural heritage sites in this area hidden in the water networks, such as Xiguan Ancient Houses, sotto poricos, Painted-Boat shaped house, Antique Street, former residence of Jiang Guangnai