Tang Ancestral Hall (Ha Tsuen)

Tang Ancestral Hall
廈村鄧氏宗祠
Tang Ancestral Hall in Ha Tsuen
Interactive map of Tang Ancestral Hall
Alternative namesYau Kung Tong (友恭堂)
General information
TypeAncestral hall
Architectural styleTraditional Chinese
LocationHa Tsuen Shi, Ha Tsuen, Yuen Long District, Hong Kong
Completed1750
OwnerTang Clan of Ha Tsuen

Tang Ancestral Hall (廈村鄧氏宗祠), also known as Yau Kung Tong (友恭堂) is an ancestral hall of the Tang Clan, located in Ha Tsuen Shi, in Ha Tsuen, Yuen Long District, Hong Kong. it is a declared monument.[1]

History

Tang Ancestral Hall was constructed by the Tang Clan of Ha Tsuen to commemorate their two founding ancestors, Tang Hung-chi and Tang Hung-wai, for establishing the village settlements in Ha Tsuen. Construction of the Ancestral Hall began in 1749 and was completed in 1750.

See also

References

  • "Ha Tsuen Tang Clan's Historic Building compound". Hulu Culture.
  • Antiquities and Monuments Office. Leaflet about the Tang Ancestral Hall
  • The incredible journey of Yuen Long - Tang Ancestral Hall, Ha Tsuen

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