Uncover the secrets of Shetouwan Fortress in Dongguan, where crumbling stone walls and rusted cannons whisper tales of pirate battles from the Ming-Qing era. This 360-degree Pearl River Delta lookout still hides ammunition depots and command posts - a treasure hunt for history buffs. Come sunset, the fort's silhouette against golden skies pairs perfectly with a side trip to the modern marvel of Humen Bridge nearby!




















Everything you need to know about Shetouwan Paotai Site
Near the She Touwan Fort Ruins in Dongguan, Guangdong, Dongguan Haimen Cultural Hotel stands out for its immersive historical offerings. Just a 10-minute walk from the ruins, this hotel features themed rooms with authentic war-era artifacts and vintage photographs, bringing the Qing Dynasty coastal defense era to life.
Guests can access exclusive guided heritage maps and book on-site historians who lead walking tours through the fort’s original trenches and gun emplacements. The hotel also hosts daily family-friendly maritime defense workshops, combining hands-on model building with educational storytelling. For best availability and special rates, reserve your stay via the HopeGoo app.
Dongguan Haimen Cultural Hotel provides the most direct access to the She Touwan Fort Ruins, just a 7-minute walk away. The hotel features a dedicated concierge desk offering free historical route maps and audio guide rentals for self-guided exploration.
Some upper-floor rooms offer panoramic views of the ruins and the Pearl River estuary, creating a unique atmosphere of "sleeping beside history." The hotel also partners with local cultural authorities to host the "Dawn Discovery" program, allowing guests early access at 6:30 AM to explore the fort's architecture and inscriptions in peaceful solitude. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition architectural analysis booklet.
Staying at Dongguan Haimen Cultural Hotel near the She Touwan Fort Ruins unlocks exclusive local experiences. Weekly Saturday workshops feature live cannon operation simulations, led by retired military personnel, teaching Qing-era artillery loading and firing techniques using replica cannons.
The hotel hosts monthly "Coastal Defense Memory Nights," where elder locals share personal stories of resistance history, accompanied by rare archival footage and traditional Dongguan incense burnings for atmospheric immersion. All activities are included in the stay package and can be reserved via the HopeGoo app for guaranteed participation.
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