Xigu Cannon Fort Anti-British Relic Site

Xigu Fort, also known as the Fang Fort, was built in 1733. During the Opium War, the Qing Army fought the British invasion here. The two existing artillery pieces of the Fort Chen Leiyu Shamian Fuxing Road are historical witnesses to the struggle against the British.

During the Daoguang period in the late Qing Dynasty, the struggle against Britain in Guangzhou and the smoke activities in Humen gave a heavy blow to the world's great power Britain at that time, and the Shenwu cannon played a great role. The country's wealth can be the country's strength.

It is a scenic spot in the sand, which has historical significance. There are many people who go for a walk in the evening. The old man will tell you about that history. It is really good to walk along the river and talk. It has a special flavor.

Outside the east gate of Shamian Small Park, facing the Pearl River, there are two huge iron guns on the stone seat, which is the Xigu Fort of Shamian. The two ancient guns are mottled, recording the history and scars that have been there. Today, it has become a famous attraction for tourists to visit to remember history.

"Shamian", a great place for photographers. A must-see place for sightseeing....