Guangzhou Two-Day Tour: Traditional Charm and Modern Style
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8 attraction(s) |
total distance 27
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Day1: Guangzhou
4 attraction(s) ·
6 km
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Chen's Academy, originally named as such, was built in the 14th year of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty. It is one of the largest, most intact and exquisitely decorated ancestral temple buildings of the Qing Dynasty in Guangdong Province. The complex comprises 19 buildings of varying sizes, with the main building consisting of five three-bay, nine-courtyard structures arranged around a central axis of gate, Juxian Hall and rear hall. Each individual building is both independent and interconnected. The temple still boasts intricate decorations such as woodcarvings, stone carvings, brick carvings, clay sculptures, pottery sculptures, iron casting crafts and so on, scattered throughout the halls both inside and outside the temple.
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Shamian Island has always been an important commercial port in Guangzhou. After over a century of historical accumulation, it became an important channel for domestic and foreign trade during the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. However, after the Opium War, it was designated as the British and French concession. This place is a microcosm of our modern history and concession history. European-style buildings such as the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Shamian Christ Church, customs office, British Snowy factory, HSBC Bank, etc. have unique features showcased here. The whole island is like a small European town, with many coffee shops, churches, restaurants, and bars, making it a great place for taking photos.
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The Upper and Lower Ninth Roads and the Tenth Furong Road Pedestrian Street are collectively known as the Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, one of the busiest areas in the old town. Compared to the high-end products on Beijing Road, the goods on Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, especially clothing, are mostly mid to low-end and prices are more affordable. The main road is dominated by old buildings with qilou, and the entire street has a unique style with high-end department stores, restaurants, and more visible everywhere. Walking on Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street allows one to deeply appreciate the unique charm of the Lingnan commercial culture.
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The origin of Guangzhou city is in the Beijing Road Pedestrian Street, which has existed for over two thousand years and has always been the center of the city and commercial district. It has witnessed rare urban construction feats in history, as well as the glorious history, culture, and commercial civilization of Guangzhou. The retail shops, shopping centers, restaurants, and cafes on both sides of the pedestrian street are orderly, not only a great place to enjoy Guangzhou's characteristic cuisine, but also large department stores such as New-Day, White Swan, and Taibai, as well as countless specialty shops and restaurants. For the people of Guangzhou, this is an unmissable shopping street.
Day2: Guangzhou
4 attraction(s) ·
18 km
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Guangzhou Zoo, located on the eastern section of Xianlie Middle Road, was built in 1958 and is renowned along with the zoos in Beijing and Shanghai. The zoo is an ideal destination for family outings, where visitors can learn about small animals and visit the oceanarium and amusement park. The zoo exhibits rare animals such as giant pandas, golden snub-nosed monkeys, South China tigers, sika deer, and black-necked cranes, as well as hippos, rhinos, and African elephants from around the world. The different themed areas in the oceanarium, butterfly house, Jinlin Garden, and Qishi Hall, as well as the amusement park, offer visitors more entertainment choices. Additionally, the funny park's sheep, ponies, and pigs are particularly popular with children. The park also offers scheduled feedings for hippos, elephants, pelicans, and other animals that interested visitors can watch. Note: Separate tickets are required for the amusement park and the oceanarium, Jinlin Garden, and Qishi Hall's amusement projects.
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Baiyun Mountain is one of the famous peaks in Guangdong, known as the "first peak" in Guangzhou and the "largest mountain" in Guangdong Province.
The mountain is composed of more than 30 peaks, and its summit offers a panoramic view of the city and the Pearl River. The mountain is also called Baiyun Mountain due to its perennial clouds and mist.
After the rain and in spring, the mountain is covered with various rhododendrons, making for a spectacular sight.
Furthermore, Baiyun Mountain is divided into seven tourist areas, including Mingzhu Tower, Moxing Ridge, Mingchun Valley, Santai Ridge, Luhu, Fei'eling and Heyiling. When you're feeling exhausted, you can also enjoy entertainment such as grass skiing, skiing, and bungee jumping in the scenic area.
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The Guangzhou Tower is a tower building that belongs to the national AAAA-level tourist attraction, with a height of 600 meters. The main tower height is 454 meters, and the antenna mast height is 146 meters. Its appearance is beautiful, with a connected head and tail and a slender waist, which is why it is called the "little waist". Especially at night, when the lights are on, it is very beautiful. Even if you don't visit the interior attractions, you can come here to take pictures of the exterior. There are also some viewing and photography themed attractions in the tower, such as the Ferris wheel, Zhujiang Photography Viewing Platform, and Spider-Man Plank Road, etc. If you want to watch the sunset and night scenery, you can generally reach the top of the TV tower around 4:30 pm to 5 pm and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
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The Pearl River spans six provinces of Yunnan, Guizhou, Guangxi, Guangdong, Hunan, and Jiangxi, with a total length of 2129 kilometers. The banks of the Pearl River preserve many historical sites, and taking a night cruise on the Pearl River can help you gain a better understanding of Guangzhou's culture and history.
