The Kaiping Diaolou are located in Kaiping City, Jiangmen, Guangdong Province. These multi-story tower-like structures combine defensive, residential, and architectural features, showcasing a unique blend of Chinese and Western design. Here, visitors can see houses influenced by styles from ancient Greece, ancient Rome, and other Western traditions. The most iconic diaolou are concentrated within the Kaiping Diaolou Cultural Tourism Zone.

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Distribution of Scenic Spots

Scenic Spots

Li Garden (Li Yuan)

Li Garden draws inspiration from the Grand View Garden (Daguanyuan) depicted in Dream of the Red Chamber, one of China’s Four Great Classical Novels. The garden elegantly combines the charm of classical Chinese gardens with Western villa architectural styles, creating a unique aesthetic. It is widely regarded as one of the finest private gardens built by overseas Chinese in China.

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Majianglong Diaolou Cluster

Located southeast of Baihe Town in Kaiping City, Majianglong Village contains more than ten distinctive and well-preserved diaolou, nestled among dense bamboo groves. These towers historically protected villagers’ lives and property. During three major floods in 1963, 1965, and 1968, floodwaters submerged local homes, and villagers were able to take refuge in the diaolou.

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Zili Village Diaolou Cluster

Zili Village Diaolou Cluster represents the peak of Kaiping diaolou construction, with most towers built in the 1920s and 1930s. The buildings retain complete living facilities and production tools, offering a rich and engaging glimpse into the lives of overseas Chinese communities during that era.

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Ticket Information

Li Garden Scenic Area: RMB 100 per ticket

Zili Village Scenic Area: RMB 78 per ticket

Majianglong Scenic Area: RMB 60 per ticket

Jinjiangli Diaolou Cluster: RMB 50 per ticket

Nanlou (South Tower): Free

▶Two-Site Ticket (valid once per day):

Li Garden + Zili Village: RMB 150 per ticket

▶Five-Site Ticket (valid for two days, single entry per site):

Li Garden + Zili Village + Majianglong + Jinjiangli + Nanlou: RMB180 per ticket

▶“Double-Lou” Combo Ticket - Available Online Only

Chikan Overseas Chinese Town + Zili Village: RMB 208 per ticket (valid once per day)

Chikan Overseas Chinese Town + Li Garden: RMB 230 per ticket (valid once per day)

Chikan Overseas Chinese Town + Li Garden + Zili Village: RMB 280 per ticket (valid for two days, single entry per site)

Chikan Overseas Chinese Town + Li Garden + Zili Village + Majianglong + Jinjiangli: RMB 310 per ticket (valid for two days, single entry per site)