Huguang Huiguan was built 1759 by migrants from Hubei + Hunan during the 'Huguang Filling Sichuan' (湖广填四川) — the Qing-era forced migration that repopulated Sichuan after war devastation. The compound combines four guildhalls plus three temples for different migrant lineages — Guangdong, Jiangxi, Hubei-Hunan, and the Bayu Cultural Heritage Museum. The wood carvings on the eaves are exceptional. Entry 30 RMB. 90 min. Adjacent to Hongya Cave and Chaotianmen — easy to chain. Best time: weekday morning. The museum upstairs explains the migration in good English signage.
Address
Bajiao Yuan, Yuzhong District, Chongqing
渝中区芭蕉园
Highlights
- 1759 Wood CarvingsEaves carvings are the most photographed feature
- Migration MuseumEnglish signage explaining Huguang-fills-Sichuan history
For foreign visitors
- English service: english tour
- Cards accepted: visa, master
- Booking / entry: recommended
- Best time: Weekday morning 9-11 AM
- Wi-Fi: free
- Transit access: metro direct
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What travelers say (3 reviews)
HistoryNut·TripAdvisor·4/5
Qing-era merchant guild buildings. ¥35 entry. Beautiful courtyards + opera stage.
2026-04-12
湖广会馆·Ctrip·4/5
湖广会馆重庆唯一保留完整的会馆建筑。¥35 门票。古戏台精美。
2026-03-20
Eric M.·Google Maps·4/5
Beautifully preserved Qing-era complex. Less touristy than Hongya Cave.
2026-02-18
