Hulong Ancestral Temple

　　  Introduction       Hulong Ancestral Temple is situated in Qian Village, Huanggang Town, Duanzhou District. Originally built in the early Qing Dynasty, it was renovated in the 10th year of the Tongzhi era (1871). Surrounded by ancient trees, the tranquil site features a gently flowing stream. From the front of the temple, visitors can enjoy an unobstructed view of the picturesque farmland. The temple follows a traditional three-courtyard, quadrangle layout, covering an area of 136 square meters. Above the main gate is a stone plaque inscribed with the characters “Hulong Ancestral Temple” in regular script. Both the front and rear halls feature flush gable roofs, each with three bays in width and depth. In front of the buildings is a “low-head tether” (a traditional raised platform), and the roof structure combines raised-beam and through-tenon styles. A square, curved-roof pavilion connects the two halls, while low walls along the edges of the open spaces on both sides link the front and rear halls, creating a cohesive whole. This temple is the best-preserved ancient temple in Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City. It was designated as a cultural relics protection unit of Zhaoqing City in 1984.

　　 Guangdong, Zhaoqing City