Yuexiu Park: The Legend of the "Goat City" At the heart of Yuexiu Park stands the famous Five-Goat Statue—Guangzhou’s symbol and one of its top scenic spots. It tells an old legend: five immortals arrived on goats carrying grain, blessing the city with abundance. That’s why Guangzhou is also called the "Goat City" and "Ear City" (Suicheng). Wander through peaceful gardens, ancient trees, and lakes that reflect traditional Lingnan landscape design. • Duration: 90 minutes (includes pickup & transfer) • Park time: at least 60 minutes guaranteed

Zhenhai Tower, built in 1380, is a five-story Ming Dynasty landmark known as “Lingnan’s Premier Scenic View.” With its striking red walls and green tiles, it has stood for over 600 years as a symbol of Guangzhou. Inside, the Guangzhou Museum’s main exhibition traces the city’s history—from ancient bronze and ceramics to Cantonese embroidery and export art—offering a vivid glimpse into Lingnan culture.

We’ll visit the magnificent octagonal hall and its scenic grounds. Inside, you'll discover the life and legacy of Dr. Sun Yat-sen through historic photos, artifacts, and architectural highlights blending tradition and modernity. We'll also explore the grand auditorium, famous for its dome and acoustics. Along the way, you'll gain insight into China's shift from empire to republic and why Dr. Sun is still deeply respected.

This is lunch time. At noon, we’ll have traditional Cantonese dim sum. Lunch costs are on you. Also, please kindly share the guide and driver’s lunch expenses equally.

The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall is a masterpiece of traditional Cantonese architecture and a window into Chinese ancestral culture. As we explore its richly decorated halls and peaceful courtyards, your guide will explain how ancestral halls like this served as both places of worship and centers of learning for prominent clans. In contrast to Western churches, which emphasize individual faith, ancestral halls embody Confucian ideals of filial piety and collective identity. Here, you'll discover how Chinese families honored ancestors, passed down values, and educated future generations in hopes of bringing honor to their lineage. We'll reflect on the hall’s dual role as shrine and study hall, and how its carvings and symbols represent aspirations for knowledge, prosperity, and virtue. This experience offers more than a visual tour — it’s an insightful look into the foundations of Chinese social structure, values, and the enduring power of heritage.