Introduction of Shamian Scenic Spot in Guangzhou

Notre Dame Cathedral is a building in the French Concession. It was originally named Shamian Catholic Church. It is named after the original building of Mount Notre Dame in the south of the church garden, where Luther's Madonna is placed. It was founded by the believers of the French Consulate in Guangzhou who lived a religious life. The church is located in the northeast corner of the junction of Shamian Street and Shamian First Street.

2. Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum

Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum is the first local foreign affairs museum in China. It is located at No.20 Shamian South Street, Guangzhou. It is a baroque building built in 1890. It was originally the French consulate in Guangzhou during the Republic of China. It is an A-level cultural relic in Shamian complex and a national key cultural relic protection unit.

3. Shamian Christian Church

In Shamian Christian Church, a century-old Christian building is rare in Guangzhou, so many newlyweds will take it as one of the must-see spots for their wedding photos in Guangzhou. After the Second World War, the China government reclaimed the concession, and the church was handed over to the South China parish of China Anglican Church.

4. Customs House

The Customs Building is a building in the French Concession, which used to be the Customs Building. Before liberation, the "Red Chamber" was a club of Guangdong Customs, and only middle and senior officials were eligible to stay. After liberation, it was used as a dormitory for customs officers. The building was designed and built by Australian architect Pane and Chi Ping Foreign Firm.