Guangji Gate Tower
The Grand Eastern Gateway to Chaozhou’s Ancient City
- City
- Chaozhou
- Address
- Facing Guangji Bridge, Chaozhou Ancient City, Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou
- Cost
- Free
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Known as the “First of the Seven Ancient City Gates”, Guangji Gate Tower stands as the most iconic entrance to Chaozhou’s historic old town. Directly aligned with the famous Guangji Bridge, it forms a spectacular architectural axis that has welcomed visitors for centuries.
Originally built in 1370 during the Ming Dynasty (Hongwu era), the tower is also commonly referred to as the East Gate Tower. It once served as a strategic defensive structure and ceremonial entrance to the city.
As you cross Guangji Bridge and step onto land, the imposing tower is crowned with the bold inscription:
“First Prefecture of Eastern Guangdong” (粤东首邑), a proud symbol of Chaozhou’s historical importance.
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#### Guangji Bridge
About the Guangji Bridge
### How to Get There
- Located in the historic center of Chaozhou
- Easily accessible on foot from the old town
- Best reached by crossing Guangji Bridge
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