Historic Huguang Guild Hall showcases Chongqing's traditional charm

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)

Photo taken on Oct. 5, 2025 shows the historic Huguang Guild Hall in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality. The Huguang Guild Hall was built in the Qing Dynasty as a meeting and lodging place for merchants and migrants from central China's Hubei and Hunan provinces. Renowned for its intricate wooden carvings, colorful murals, and classical courtyards, the hall reflects the architectural style and folk culture of China. Today, it serves as a cultural and tourist site, hosting traditional performances and exhibitions that allow visitors to explore the rich heritage of Chongqing. (Wang Xinyuan/Guangming Picture)