young foreigners village tour① |pantang village
pantang village, located in the liwan district of guangzhou, stands out among the ancient lingnan cultural villages with its distinctive features of old xiguan town. stepping into pantang village feels like entering the guangzhou in qing dynasty. in 2015, the guangzhou government initiated a community renovation project, where pantang has transformed into a unique urban memory and cultural heritage site. join us on a journey with russian streamer elizabeth as we explore the story of pantang village, which has been revitalized through meticulous transformation.
The most characteristic of the old Xiguan in the ancient Lingnan cultural village is Pantang Village, Liwan District, Guangzhou City. Stepping into Pantang, it is like entering Guangzhou in the Qing Dynasty by mistake. In 2015, Guangzhou** launched a community micro-renovation project. Tradition and innovation go hand in hand, and Pantang has been transformed into a unique urban memory and cultural heritage. Through what Russian anchor Elizabeth saw and felt, let's feel the story of Pantang Village's new vitality through the micro-transformation of "embroidery kung fu".
young foreigners village tour② |huangpu village
huangpu village, hailed as the top among the ten most beautiful ancient villages in guangdong, showcases the geographical layout of a millennium-old village. "one ancestral hall, two temples, three palaces, four imperial divine temples, five arched gates, eight ponds, and twelve lanes" in huangpu highlight the typical characteristics of a cantonese ancestral clan village. let us follow the footsteps of mexican exchange student antonio as we stroll through the ancient, picturesque setting of huangpu village, experiencing its unique cultural heritage and strong humanistic atmosphere.
Huangpu Ancient Village is an iconic ancient village in Guangzhou, known as "the first of the top ten most beautiful ancient villages in Guangdong". Huangpu Village has well preserved the geographical layout of the thousand-year-old village, "one hall, two temples, three palaces, four shrines, five floor gates, eight ponds, and twelve squares", highlighting the characteristics of typical Cantonese multi-surname clan villages. Let's follow Antonio, a Mexican student, to walk among the antique green bricks and green tiles, and feel the unique cultural genes and strong humanistic atmosphere of Huangpu Ancient Village.
young foreigners village tour③ |xitang village
nestled in the western part of conghua, guangzhou, xitang village is renowned as the "rear garden of guangzhou." during autumn, vibrant lotus flowers bud, and golden rice plants blanket the fields. originally named for its numerous clear ponds on the western side, xitang village has evolved into a "fairy tale town" over the years. join us on a tour of a wheat field ecological park with russian youth elizabeth and experience the enchanting xitang village, where the philosophy of"respecting, adapting to, and protecting nature" thrives.
Located in the west of Conghua, Guangzhou, Xitang Village is known as the "back garden of Guangzhou", where delicate lotus flowers are waiting to bloom and golden rice flowers cover the ridges of the fields in autumn. Xitang Village was originally named after the many clear ponds on the west side of the village, and it took decades to develop into today's "fairy tale town". Follow the Russian youth Elizabeth to visit the Wheat Field Ecological Park, and experience the "fairy tale town" Xitang Village, which "respects nature, conforms to nature, and protects nature".
young foreigners village tour④ |daling village
daling village, located in panyu district, guangzhou, boasts a history of over nine centuries and holds the distinction of being the first chinese historical and cultural village in the city. well-preserved ancient trees, bridges, and ancestral halls present the lingnan cultural heritage of daling village. since 2018, more than 20 cultural and creative workshops for intangible cultural heritages h**e settled here, injecting new cultural vitality into daling village. through the personal experiences of young streamer antonio, let us witness how daling village breathes life into its cultural heritage.
Located in Panyu District, Guangzhou, Daling Village has a long history of more than 900 years and is the first Chinese historical and cultural village in Guangzhou. The well-preserved ancient trees, ancient bridges, and ancient ancestral halls show the Lingnan cultural heritage of Daling Village. Since 2018, more than 20 cultural and creative intangible cultural heritage studios have been settled one after another, adding a trendy cultural atmosphere to Daling Village. Through the personal experience of the young anchor Antonio, let's feel how Daling Village "lives" in the static Lingnan cultural heritage.
young foreigners village tour⑤ |hongshan village
nestled in the timian town of huadu district lies the "most beautiful mountain village in guangzhou" - hongshan village. here, the dreamland has breathtaking natural scenery and a **and rustic style. hongshan village has overcome ecological challenges in the past and, through adaptive development and differential approaches, villagers h**e created a countryside paradise today. join overseas youth elizabeth on a tour and immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of hongshan village, a dreamland of blooming flowers.
In Timian Town, Huadu District, there is a "most beautiful mountain village in Guangzhou" - Hongshan Village, where the natural scenery is beautiful, the rural style is simple, like a fairyland dreamland. In the past, Hongshan Village experienced the troubles of ecological and environmental problems, but through the development of local conditions and differences, the unremitting efforts of the "Hakka sisters-in-law" and the villagers have jointly created today's rural paradise. Through the excursion experience of Elizabeth, an overseas youth, we can experience the beautiful scenery of Hongshan Village, the "Dream Land of Flower Fields".
young foreigners village tour⑥ |fengmasan village
interwoven by rivers in the xia hengli area of nansha, fengmasan village is where the "vast fertile land begins". legend has it that during the qing dynasty, two officials were dispatched to manage floods in the area. although they successfully controlled the floods, both officials sacrificed their lives. to commemorate their significant contributions, the village was named fengmasan village after the officials' surnames, feng and ma. today, rural revitalization has driven development here. let us follow in the footsteps of overseas youth antonio and explore the beautiful fengmasan village.
The river network of Hengli area under Nansha is intertwined, and here is located Fengma three villages, which is where "ten thousand hectares of fertile land starts" is here. It is rumored that during the Qing Dynasty, two officials were ordered to come to control the flood, although the flood was controlled, but the two officials also died, in honor of the two Feng and Ma officials who made great contributions, Feng Ma three villages were named. Nowadays, rural revitalization has driven the development here, let us follow in the footsteps of overseas youth Antonio and explore the beautiful Fengma three villages together.
young foreigners village tour⑦ |jingxia village
beyond the urban hustle and bustle of huangpu district lies a hidden land called jingxia village. stepping into jingxia village allows one to escape the noise and immerse in poetic and picturesque countryside beauty. since 2019, the initiative calling for"academicians going to the countryside and bringing industries to the village" has turned jingxia village into a unique water village and a model for new rural development. through the eyes and personal experiences of mexican exchange student antonio, let us feel the harmonious coexistence of mountains and water, and the idyllic scenery and distinctive features of jingxia village in the context of rural revitalization.
Outside the urban area of Huangpu, between the green mountains and green waters, there is a small village hidden - Jixia Village. Walking into the village, you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and feel the poetry and pastoral beauty. Since 2019, "academicians go to the countryside and industries enter the village", so that Jixia Village has formed a unique nano water town new village demonstration belt. Through the personal experience of Antonio, a Mexican student, we can experience the idyllic scenery of Jixia Village, where mountains and rivers are interdependent, the wind blows rice waves, and the unique picture of rural revitalization.
young foreigners village tour⑧ |menghuabu village
located on the bank of the zengjiang river and amidst clear blue waters and silver beaches, there is the charming village of menghuabu. the name itself evokes countless picturesque landscapes of an otherworldly paradise. amidst the beautiful scenery, characteristic farms and boutique homestays h**e flourished, *menghuabu village a hub of innovative cultural tourism in guangzhou. join russian streamer elizabeth to explore the hidden treasures of menghuabu village, experiencing the unique blend of natural beauty and cultural vibrancy that make it a must-visit destination.
On the banks of the Zengjiang River, on the clear water and silver beach, there is a beautiful countryside - Menghuabu Village, which is a paradise that can make people think of thousands of scenery just by listening to the name. In the beautiful and pleasant scenery, there are characteristic farms and boutique homestays, which together constitute the "most beautiful village in Guangzhou" where cultural tourism innovation is blooming everywhere. Follow the perspective of Russian anchor Elizabeth to explore the quaint and multi-faceted Menghuabu Village.
young foreigners village tour⑨ |chebei village
the chebei dragon boat, officially recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of guangzhou in may 2017, embodies the significant cultural heritage of chebei village and serves as an integral part of lingnan culture. each year, on the third day of may of the lunar calendar, the chebei dragon boat festival presents a spectacular scene with resounding gongs and drums. the water and the dragon boat connect the villagers in this region, symbolizing unity and collective progress as they paddle forward together. let us immerse ourselves in the cultural charm of chebei village and the chebei dragon boat festival through the narration of antonio, a mexican exchange student.
Officially listed as an intangible cultural heritage of Guangzhou in May 2017, Chebei Dragon Boat is an important cultural context of Chebei Village and an important part of Lingnan culture. Every year on the third day of the first month of May, the "Chebei Dragon Boat Scene", the gongs and drums are noisy, and the grand occasion is unprecedented. Water and dragon boats connect the villagers in this area, "one water in the same boat, forge ahead". Let's experience the cultural charm of Chebei Village and Chebei Dragon Boat through the commentary of Antonio, the anchor of Mexican students.
young foreigners village tour⑩ |dapuwei village
dapuwei village in zengcheng district, guangzhou, boasts a picturesque natural environment and profound cultural heritage. the distant green mountains resemble a beautiful chinese painting delicately portrayed with ink and wash. at the bailuyuan wetland, graceful egrets present the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. the well-connected roads facilitate smooth transportation, while exquisite wall paintings catch the eye at every turn. through a decade of collective efforts by the villagers, dapuwei village has transformed from a forgotten "corner village" into a remarkable "star village" that captures everyone's attention. let us join the foreign streamer elizabeth as we explore the revitalized scenery of dapu village, witnessing its transformation from old to new, and the flourishing panorama of a thousand miles of fertile land.
Dapu Wai Village, Zengcheng District, Guangzhou City, has a beautiful natural environment and profound cultural heritage. The green hills in the distance are like a beautiful Chinese painting. Egret Park wetland, egrets and birds fluttering, people and nature live in harmony. The road is open to traffic, and the exquisite wall paintings are in full view. After ten years of hard work by all the villagers, Dapuwei Village has transformed from a forgotten "corner village" into a high-profile "star village". Let's follow the foreign anchor Elizabeth to change the scenery and feel the revitalization of the old and new Tai Po Village and the fertile fields for thousands of miles.
Text |Reporter Li Guohui Intern Reporter Li Yujia Translation |Chen Xuan***, Guangzhou Federation of Social Sciences, Guangzhou Audio Reading Promotion Association, Jinan University Shenghai Studio.