When it comes to Zhanjiang, most people's first impression is that it is a coastal resort. However, if visitors focus only on its seaside views, they will miss the enduring Song-dynasty lifestyle aesthetics in the city. Song-dynasty aesthetics value simplicity, elegance, and harmony with nature, which shares much in common with modern global minimalism.
1. Suixi Confucius Cultural City (遂溪孔子文化城): A classical Confucian garden built in Song-dynasty style

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2. Zhenwu Hall in Leizhou (雷州真武堂): An ancient building dating back to the Northern Song Dynasty

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3. Xiashan Lüyuan (霞山绿苑): A city garden featuring classic Song-dynasty design

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4. Wufu Guangmingli (五福光明里): A fashionable cultural and creative block with Song-dynasty style

Photo: Hu Mengjie
Author: Hu Mengjie
