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Wall in Zhuji Lane displaying Chinese surnames representing ancestral roots of the Wuyi region.
Cities of Wuyi History and Culture

Ancient Roots, New Traditions: Ethnic Integration in the Wuyi Region

The Wuyi region—comprising Xinhui, Taishan, Kaiping, Heshan, and Enping counties in Guangdong—is renowned for its distinctive culture shaped by centuries of migration and ethnic integration. Situated at the junction between the Pearl River Delta and the rugged hills of western Guangdong, Wuyi’s unique identity is a product of diverse ethnicities and historical narratives merging into…
May 24, 20251Comment

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Participants in the traditional Piaose parade in Taishan, a 500-year-old cultural tradition, showcasing vibrant costumes and performances in honor of the Guangdong Five Counties heritage.
Cities of Wuyi

Roots Across the Sea: Understanding the Guangdong Five Counties Diaspora Legacy

 For millions of overseas Chinese whose families trace their origins to the Five Counties (Wuyi 五邑) region in Guangdong—namely Xinhui, Taishan, Kaiping, Enping, and Heshan—their ancestors’ migration was more than a physical journey. It was a saga of survival, resilience, and global identity forged from hardship and hope. A Fertile Land Shaped by Challenge Situated…
April 23, 20250Comments

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