OUT OF THE CITY
Kompleksna, fantastična fuzija kineskih i zapadnih strukturalnih i dekorativnih formi A complex and flamboyant fusion of Chinese and Western structural and decorative forms
Kaiping Diaolou and Villages
The cooler temperatures and clear skies make for a plea- sant outdoor experience, and you‘ll have a chance to enjoy the mountain’s lush vegetati- on and beautiful waterfalls. Ba- iyun Mountain covers a large area of northeast Guangzhou and has been considered the top natural scenic part of the city since ancient times, due to its magnificence and towering height. The name means Whi- te Cloud Mountain, because the summit is wreathed in clo- uds whenever the sky clears after rain. With forest coverage exceeding 28 square kilome- tres, Baiyun Mountain is also praised as the lung of Guangz- hou. Ride a cable car to the top and enjoy the view of the Pe- arl River Delta and far away ur- ban part of Guangzhou. You can admire wild birds and rare plants, visit cultural relics, see artistic works and relax in na- ture. As there are no subway li- nes leading directly to the site, visitors need to take a public bus to one of the entrances to Baiyun Mountain.
September is an ideal time to explore the UNESCO World He- ritage-listed Kaiping Diaolou and Villages, which are famo- us for their unique architectu- ral style and historical signifi - cance. Marvel at the distinctive watchtowers and fortified resi - dences, and learn about the re- gion’s fascinating history. This place consists of multi-sto- reyed defensive village hou- ses in Kaiping, which display a complex and flamboyant fusion of Chinese and We- stern structural and decorati- ve forms and are built of sto- ne, brick or concrete. Retaining a harmonious relationship wi- th the surrounding landscape, the Diaolou testify to the final flowering of local building tra- ditions that began in the period of the Ming dynasty. Baiyun Mountain September is also a fantastic time to hike up Baiyun Moun- tain and take in the breathta- king views of the city below.
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