Unveil The Secret of Ancestral Hall in Foshan丨Laowai Wonder Why
Foshan China 2024-12-03 09:40


In Foshan, ancestral halls are not just witnesses to history, but also the roots of each family. The significance of these halls, however, extends beyond this. In the Lingnan region, there is a saying: "Shunde ancestral halls, Nanhai temples." The scale and quantity of Shunde ancestral halls is the largest in all parts of Lingnan. The ancestral hall is an important place for ancestral worship and discussion, as well as an important place for restricting members' behavior and maintaining harmonious neighborhood relations. Therefore, the culture of ancestral halls is a key element of Shunde's cultural identity within Foshan. In this episode, join Vini and Kristina as they visit the century-old Chen Family Ancestral Hall in Shunde, Foshan, to appreciate its beauty and uncover the intriguing stories within its genealogy.


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