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===Lingnan (Cantonese) architecture=== {{Main|Cantonese architecture}} Classical [[Lingnan architecture]] is used primarily in [[Guangdong]] and the eastern half of [[Guangxi]]. It is noted for its use of carvings and sculptures for decorations, green brick, balconies, "Cold alleys", "Narrow doors", and many other characteristics adaptive to the [[subtropical]] region. <gallery widths="180"> File:Ho Ancestral Hall A.jpg|The '''Ho Ancestral Hall''' in [[Panyu]], [[Guangzhou]]; Built in 14th century, it utilizes manner door β a second door behind the main one, which is related to Cantonese Feng shui culture. File:The Chen Clan's Academy.jpg|[[Chen Clan Ancestral Hall|Chan Clan Academy]] in [[Guangzhou]] is often cited as a representative example of Lingnan architecture. File:Chen Clan Academy 5.jpg|A cold alley in Chan Clan Academy; A "Narrow Door" leads to the next alley. File:FSWongFeihungMusium.jpg|A monument in honor of the Cantonese folk hero [[Wong Fei-hung]], in [[Foshan]]. File:HK AberdeenTinHauTemple.JPG|Most [[Hongkongese]] are of Cantonese origin. Thus, Hong Kong naturally has a lot of buildings of classical Lingnan style. Pictured is a [[Mazu (Goddess)|Mazu]] temple in [[Shek Pai Wan]], Hong Kong. </gallery>
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