Chaozhou Secret Realm: Explore the Chen Cihong Residence and Travel Through a Century of Overseas Chinese Mansions in One Day!

Shantou Chen Cihong Residence Travel Guide I. Introduction to Chen Cihong Residence The Chen Cihong Residence is located in Qianmei Village, Longdu Town, Chenghai District, Shantou City. It is a large-scale residential complex built by the Chen Cihong family, overseas Chinese in Thailand, in their hometown. Construction began in the second year of Guangxu (1876), covering an area of approximately 25,400 square meters and a building area of approximately 16,800 square meters. It is a typical modern residential building, known as the "First Overseas Chinese Residence in Lingnan" and the "Small Forbidden City of Chaozhou". II. Main Attractions 1. Shanju Room: The largest, most exquisitely designed, and best-preserved building in the Chen Cihong Residence, with 202 halls and rooms. 2. Langzhongdi: The residence of Chen Limei, the second son of Chen Cihong, featuring a "double dragon and tiger, double courtyard" architectural style. 3. Shou Kangli: The residence of Chen Lixun, the eldest son of Chen Cihong, with a railing-style wall in front of the courtyard. 4. Sanlu: An annex building of Shou Kangli, used to entertain guests and for clan meetings. III. Food Recommendations Qianmei Village Cuisine: You can enjoy authentic Chaozhou snacks, such as beef hotpot and Chaozhou casserole porridge. IV. Transportation Guide Take bus route 103 to Quexiang Station and walk about 1 kilometer to reach the destination. Self-driving is more convenient and faster. It takes about 30 minutes to reach from Shantou city center via expressway. There are 3 parking lots with ample parking spaces. V. Ticket Information General Admission: RMB 40 (January 1 - December 31, Monday - Sunday). VI. Notes The residence covers a large area, so it is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Please protect historical buildings and do not enter restricted areas without permission. There may be a peak in visitor traffic during holidays, so it is recommended to travel during off-peak hours. VII. Budget Dining: Average restaurant meal costs around RMB 30-50 per person. Transportation: Bus fare is around RMB 2 per trip, taxi fare starts at around RMB 8. Accommodation: Budget hotels cost around RMB 100-200 per night. Tickets: Around RMB 40. We hope this guide will help you plan your trip to the Chen Cihong Residence in Shantou!