To get a complete history of modern China, its illustrious military history, and glimpses of its glorious revolution; you must visit the Whampoa Military Academy (Huangpu Military Academy) on Changzhou Island, Guangzhou. This museum was a military academy built by Sun Yat-sen. This was achieved through a collaborative effort between the Chinese and the Russians. The Academy has a wonderful collection of historical relics including different types of war weapons and tanks. The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Building is worth a visit too. This attraction is a favorite place of students of history as well as research scholars specializing in the military history of China.
Other Things to See in Guangzhou
Chimelong Tourist Resort |
Canton Tower |
Shamian Island |
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall |
Baiyun Shan (White Cloud Mountain) |
Art 64 Gallery |
Vitamin Creative Space |
New Guangdong Museum |
Canton Fair Complex (Guangzhou Exhibition Center) |
Mausoleum of the Nanyue King |
Guangzhou Opera House |
Space Flight Spectacle |
Qiangang Village |
Xiguan Residences |
Chen Clan Academy (Chen Jia Ci) |
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees (Liurong Si) |
Yuexiu Park |
Guangzhou Museum of Art |
Qingping Market |