Musées et patrimoine culturel à Canton

Museums & Cultural Heritage

Guangzhou’s historical depth is showcased through its diverse archaeological sites and cultural institutions. This collection features the 2,000-year-old Nanyue King mausoleum and the 10th-century Southern Han royal tombs. Architectural highlights include the ornate woodcarvings of the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and the modern Guangdong Museum. Contemporary perspectives are represented by the Guangdong Museum of Art and the Times Museum, while specialized venues like the Pearl River Beer Museum and Metro Museum explore the city's industrial and urban development.

Museums & Cultural Heritage — Carte

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Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King

The Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King houses the 2,000-year-old tomb of the Nanyue King Zhao Mo in Guangzhou.

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Guangdong Museum

The Guangdong Museum is a general museum of Cantonese art, nature, culture and history in Guangzhou.

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Chen Clan Ancestral Hall

The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall or Chen Clan Academy is an academic temple in Guangzhou, China, built by the 72 Chen clans for their juniors'…

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Southern Han Mausoleums (De Mausoleum)

The 10th-century burial site of Liu Qian, father of the first Southern Han emperor. This brick-chambered tomb is a key archaeological site from the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period.

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Southern Han Mausoleums (Kang Mausoleum)

The final resting place of Liu Yan, the founding emperor of the Southern Han Dynasty. It is a significant imperial tomb featuring a large brick-and-stone structure.

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Guangdong Museum of Art

Located on Ersha Island, this museum focuses on modern Chinese art and contemporary works from coastal regions, frequently hosting the Guangzhou Triennial.

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Southern Han Mausoleums Museum

An archaeological museum dedicated to the Southern Han Dynasty, displaying excavated artifacts, ceramics, and historical records from the nearby De and Kang royal mausoleums.

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珠江啤酒博物馆

A museum detailing the history of brewing in China and the development of the Zhujiang Brewery, featuring interactive exhibits and views of the Pearl River.

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Guangzhou Metro Museum

An interactive museum showcasing the engineering, history, and technological evolution of Guangzhou's subway system through simulators and architectural displays.

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广东时代美术馆

A contemporary art museum designed by architect Rem Koolhaas, situated atop a residential building and known for its experimental exhibitions and community-focused programs.