Chikan Ancient Town – A Riverside Time Capsule in Kaiping

#chinatravel Chikan Ancient Town, founded in 1649, is a historic riverside hub in Kaiping famed for its arcade-style qilou buildings, Western-Chinese architecture, and overseas Chinese heritage. Once a prosperous market town, Chikan now draws visitors with its restored streetscapes, film locations, and landmarks like the Situ and Guan Libraries. A ¥60 ticket gives access, or opt for combo tours with tram rides (~¥120). It’s best explored in spring or autumn. Don’t miss local snacks like eel claypot rice and crispy tofu dumplings. Easily reachable from Guangzhou by high-speed rail and local buses. #ChikanAncientTown #KaipingDiaolou #HeritageWalks #MovieTownChina