Foshan Ancestral Temple: Unexpected China Travel Adventure

We Missed Our Train in China...Here’s What Happened Next 🇨🇳

Destination:ChinaCity:FoshanPopulation:9.5 million
We Missed Our Train in China...Here’s What Happened Next 🇨🇳
Alan & Shannon2025-07-3122 min

We missed our train in China… but instead of wasting the day, we made the most of it by exploring the incredible city of Foshan! What started as a travel disaster turned into one of the most unexpected highlights of our trip. From wandering through the historic Foshan Ancestral Temple, famous for its connection to martial arts legends like Ip Man and Wong Fei-hung, to discovering the hidden charm of this lesser-known city in Guangdong — this day took a surprising turn for the better.

Join us for an unplanned adventure, filled with Chinese culture, architecture, and some of the best off-the-beaten-path discoveries. Sometimes, missing a train leads to the best travel memories.

--- Alan & Shannon
July 31, 2025, Summer in China

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We Missed Our Train in China...Here’s What Happened Next 🇨🇳

A missed train in China unexpectedly led Alan and Shannon to discover the captivating city of Foshan. What began as a travel mishap transformed into a highlight, as they explored the historic Foshan Ancestral Temple, a place steeped in martial arts lore. This unplanned detour revealed the hidden beauty of a lesser-known Guangdong gem, proving that sometimes the best travel experiences emerge from unexpected challenges. Their journey through Foshan's culture and architecture became an unforgettable adventure.

Foshan Ancestral Temple: Unexpected China Travel Adventure

Check out our most trusted travel luggage by clicking the link Use code: “ALANANDSHANNON” for 10% off -- We missed our train in China… but instead of wasting the day, we made the most of it by exploring the incredible city of Foshan! What started as a travel disaster turned into one of the most...