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National Art Studios

Guangdong · China

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And if you opt for the Premium tour package of 11 hours day trip, then after visiting the big buddha mountain and Guangdong Romance Park, you will continue to visit the third site-National Arts Studio. It's a large area with ancient city wall replica, imperial family palace real size imitation, local HK and Macau folk street and lots of old sites acting as train station, restaurants, church, shops, and so on. You may come across film maker teams hustling around in this Chinese style Hollywood.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1National Art Studios

    Welcome to the National Art Studios, a 'massive metropolis' of cinematic imagination located at the southern foot of Xiqiao Mountain. This facility is one of the most 'formidable institutions' of film production in Southern…

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  2. 2The Old Hong Kong Street Set

    Your tour begins on the Old Hong Kong Street, a 'vibrant and crowded' set that recreates the 'bohemian atmosphere' of the 1950s and 60s. The set is lined with 'traditional chilo buildings' and 'vibrant neon signs,' creating a…

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  3. 3The Forbidden City and Imperial Palace Set

    Moving from the urban bustle of Hong Kong, you enter the 'Forbidden City' set, a 'colossal and magnificent' replica of the Ming and Qing imperial architecture. This area features 'intricate stone carvings, detailed pottery…

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  4. 4The Guangzhou Street and Qilou District

    Next, we explore the Guangzhou Street, a 'historic commercial district' that captures the 'essence of the city's modernization' during the late Qing and early Republican periods. This set features 'meticulously preserved…

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  5. 5The Shanghai Bund and Waterfront Set

    The Shanghai Bund set is a 'captivating structure' that recreates the 'juxtaposition of historic colonial architecture and modern ambition' found in Shanghai. This set features replicas of the 'iconic waterfront' buildings,…

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  6. 6The Traditional Courtyard and Ancestral Hall Sets

    Your journey through the studios continues into the Traditional Courtyard area, which recreates the 'Xiguan House style' and 'Ancestral Hall' architecture of the Ming and Qing Dynasties. These sets feature 'high ceilings,…

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  7. 7The Stunt Arena and Movie Magic Workshop

    The final section of our tour is the Stunt Arena and Workshop, a 'vibrant and modern' facility where the 'thrilling action' of the silver screen is created. This area features 'elaborate obstacle courses, ferris wheels, and…

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  8. 8Closing

    As our exploration of the National Art Studios concludes, we are left with a 'deep impression' of how 'cinema serves as a mirror' to history. This facility is more than just a collection of sets; it is a 'monument to the…

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What is National Art Studios?

National Art Studios is a place in Guangdong · China with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationGuangdong · China
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates23.0240, 113.1160
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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