Ma-Xianglong Towers Group
Guangdong · China
Situated at the flatland on the eastern coast of Tanjiang River, the Majianglong Village is under the administration of Baihe Township. It is composed of 5 villages: Yong’an and Nan’an Village of the Huang family and Qinglin, Hedong and Longjiang Villages of the Guan family. Yong’an Village was established during the Qianlong period(1736-1795). In the early years, it was known as “Fengsuilang” which bears the symbolic meaning of “good harvest every year”. They renamed the place “Majianglong” after 1949. There are seven Diaolou buildings and eight Western-style villas in Majianglong Village, which are all unique in design and well preserved, hidden in the dense ancient woods and bamboo groves, perfectly blending into the surrounding natural environment and folk houses. Standing among them, surrounded by luxuriant and well-spaced green bamboo, dense fruit trees, chirping birds and fragrant flowers, you will wonder if you are stepping into a fairyland.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Ma-Xianglong Towers Group
Welcome to Ma-Xianglong, a village group that is widely celebrated as one of the most beautiful and evocative sites within the Kaiping World Heritage area. Some have even gone so far as to describe it as the 'best of the Kaiping…
Listen in the app2The Forest Sentinels: Towers in the Bamboo
As you begin your walk into Ma-Xianglong, the most striking feature is the way the Diaolou appear to grow out of the forest itself. This village is famous for its 'lush bamboo groves' and dense vegetation, which provide a verdant…
Listen in the app3The Riverside Perspective: Towers and the Tan River
Ma-Xianglong is nestled along the banks of the Tan River, and the relationship between the village and the water is central to its identity. Historically, the river was the primary artery for transport and communication,…
Listen in the app4Tianmen Gang: A Landmark of Resilience
Standing prominently on a small hill within the village group is Tianmen Gang, one of the most significant towers in Ma-Xianglong. Its location on elevated ground made it a natural focal point for the village's defense, providing…
Listen in the app5Architectural Variety in Harmony
While Ma-Xianglong is celebrated for its natural beauty, the architectural variety of its towers is equally impressive. As you wander through the different hamlets, you will see a wide range of styles, from simple, functional…
Listen in the app6The Abandoned Towers: Ruins and the Passage of Time
As we explore the deeper parts of Ma-Xianglong, we encounter some of the 'abandoned and rundown' towers that have been 'left to become ruins.' These structures provide a poignant contrast to the well-preserved towers and remind…
Listen in the app7Village Life Today: Preserving the Magic
Despite the passage of time and the challenges of the past, Ma-Xianglong remains a 'living community' where the 'past and present are both there.' Villagers still live in some of the towers, maintaining the traditions of their…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our journey through Ma-Xianglong comes to a close, I hope you have been as enchanted by this 'magical' place as I am. This village group is a profound testament to the 'creativity, resilience, and resourcefulness' of the…
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What is Ma-Xianglong Towers Group?
Ma-Xianglong Towers Group 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.
| Location | Guangdong · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 22.2915, 112.5679 |
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