Folly fort, Guangzhou

Name: Folly fort
Address: Guangzhou, China

#52 among attractions in Guangzhou

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A folly fort or just folly is a specific type of fort built in shallow water, near the shore, in the second half of the 19th century. The main characteristic of a folly fort was that it was built on the water, very close to the edge, very small, and exclusively for military defense with no intention of being used as normal living quarters. They were really defense fortifications rather than what were called "forts" at the time, which were on land and much larger. ()

Coordinates: 23°6'48"N, 113°15'18"E

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Folly fort – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sacred Heart Cathedral, Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel, Dafo Temple, Hoi Tong Monastery.

~1460 ftN
Gothic-style cathedral completed in 1888
Sacred Heart Cathedral, Guangzhou
8 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Guangzhou, the Sacred Heart Cathedral stands as an architectural marvel and a beacon of faith. Completed in 1888, this Roman Catholic cathedral is the largest of its kind in Southern China and is often referred to as the 'Notre-Dame of...
0.8 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel, Guangzhou
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Guangzhou, China, Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel stands as a serene oasis of spirituality amidst the bustling urban landscape. This church, with its distinctive architecture, offers a unique spiritual refuge in a city that is known for its rapid...
0.9 miNE
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Dafo Temple, Guangzhou
25 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Guangzhou, the Dafo Temple stands as an emblem of serenity and spiritual heritage amidst the urban sprawl. This ancient Buddhist temple, whose name translates to "Great Buddha Temple," is a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry...
0.4 miS
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Hoi Tong Monastery, Guangzhou
10 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Guangzhou, Hoi Tong Monastery stands as a serene sanctuary amidst the urban sprawl. This revered temple, with its history deeply rooted in the spiritual fabric of the region, offers a peaceful retreat for both the faithful and curious...
0.8 miN
Mosque
Huaisheng Mosque, Guangzhou
22 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Guangzhou, China, Huaisheng Mosque stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry and its historical significance as a nexus of Islamic culture in the Far East. Known to be one of the oldest mosques in China, Huaisheng...
0.5 miE
Bridge
Haizhu Bridge, Guangzhou
12 min walk • Spanning the Pearl River in Guangzhou, China, the Haizhu Bridge stands as an iconic testament to the city's historical and economic progression. Constructed in 1933, this bridge has the distinction of being the first to connect the northern and southern banks of the...
1 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Hualin Temple, Guangzhou
25 min walk • Hualin Temple, also known as the Temple of the Five Hundred Genii or Gods, is a Buddhist temple in Guangzhou, China.
0.7 miN
Temple, History museum
Temple of the Five Immortals, Guangzhou
18 min walk • The Temple of the Five Immortals, formerly translated as the Temple of the Five Genii, is a Taoist temple in Guangzhou, Guangdong, in China. It lies beside the junction of West Huifu Road and Liurong Rd.
1.1 miE
Bridge
Jiangwan Bridge, Guangzhou
30 min walk • Jiangwan Bridge is a bridge crossing over the Pearl River in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. Guangzhou's Inner Ring Road runs across the Bridge, connecting the Haizhu District with the Yuexiu District.
~1380 ftE
Bridge
Jiefang Bridge, Guangzhou
7 min walk • Jiefang Bridge is a bridge in Guangzhou, China. The bridge connects the Haizhu District with the Yuexiu District, and is one of nine bridges connecting Haizhu with downtown Guangzhou and the business districts.
0.5 miNE
Square
Haizhu Square, Guangzhou
14 min walk • Haizhu Square is a public square located in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, China. It is located on the riverfront. Its centrepiece is the Guangzhou Liberation Statue, erected in 1959.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Folly fort?

Nearby attractions include Jiefang Bridge, Guangzhou (7 min walk), Sacred Heart Cathedral, Guangzhou (8 min walk), Hoi Tong Monastery, Guangzhou (10 min walk), Shaji, Guangzhou (11 min walk).

How to get to Folly fort by public transport?

The nearest stations to Folly fort:

Bus

Changdi • Lines: 128路(往珠岛花园方向), 131B路环线(逆时针方向), 186路(往广园新村方向), 208路(往芳村大道西方向), 219路(往黄沙方向), 4, 57路(往滘口客运站方向), 58路(往时代玫瑰园方向), 61路(往滘口客运站方向), 64路(往东沙工业园方向), 夜16路(往城西花园方向), 夜1路(往芳村花园南门方向), 夜31路(往珠岛花园方向), 广281路(往绿地香树花城方向), 旅游2线(往芳村大道西方向) (3 min walk)
Jinghai Lu Entrance • Lines: 1, 128路(往海印桥方向), 131A路环线(顺时针方向), 186路(往珠江医院方向), 208路(往大塘西方向), 219路(往白云山制药厂方向), 57路(往二沙岛西方向), 58路(往广医一院方向), 64路(往广卫路方向), 夜1路(往东山方向), 夜31路(往海印桥方向), 广281路(往广卫路方向), 旅游2线(往珠江帝景苑方向) (4 min walk)

Ferry

Union Pier • Lines: S8 (3 min walk)
Kiankow Ferry • Lines: S8 (4 min walk)

Metro

Yide Lu • Lines: 6 (6 min walk)
Haizhu Square • Lines: 2, 6 (12 min walk)