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Ancestral halls of surnames in Zhongshan were first built in the Song and Yuan Dynasties, flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, and continued into the Republic of China, spreading throughout urban and rural areas. The author consulted information, went deep into towns and villages, and used words and photos to vividly record the past and current situation of the ancestral halls of various surnames in Zhongshan. This book focuses on the top 30 most populous surnames in Zhongshan, briefly outlines the village scenery, ancestral hall culture and the origin of the surnames, unearths little-known anecdotes behind the ethnic groups, and looks back at the all-powerful historical figures of each surname. The author also pays attention to the villagers who have lived here for generations, focusing on their life experiences and expressing their local feelings. This book has approximately 150,000 words and is recommended for publication.