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An interpretive sign, encased in an ornate dark metal frame decorated with floral and leaf motifs, displays a panoramic map of Shamian Island in Guangzhou, China. The map, titled "沙面岛全景图" (Panoramic Map of Shamian Island), illustrates the island's layout, featuring numerous buildings (including churches and residential structures), roads, lush trees, and surrounding water populated by boats. An inset on the map shows a detailed illustration of a church spire, alongside a compass rose. Purple orchid flowers are visible on the left side of the frame. The sign includes extensive Chinese text describing the "天主教广州教区沙面露德圣母堂" (Catholic Church of Our Lady of Lourdes on Shamian Island, Guangzhou Diocese). The text details that the church, located at Shamian Street No. 14, was built in 1890 during the Qing Dynasty, covers 839.75 square meters, and can accommodate 200 people. It describes the parish as comprising the church, rectory, Grotto of Our Lady, and other specific structures, highlighting architectural features like its bell tower with bronze bells, eight-sided spire, and Corinthian-style columns. It notes that the church's doors and windows depict biblical stories. The bottom right of the sign reiterates "广州教区沙面露德圣母堂位置" (Location of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Shamian Island, Guangzhou Diocese). A small circular emblem is present in the bottom left corner of the map. The sign appears to be displayed indoors or in a sheltered area, with a blurry background showing wooden planks and festive red, gold, and green decorations, possibly suggesting a holiday season or event. No specific activity is depicted beyond the presentation of informational material.
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