DISCOVER GUANGZHOU

The leafy oasis of Shamian Island, which was acquired as a foreign concession in 1859 after the two Opium Wars, is a peaceful respite from the city. Back in the 19th century, the British and French were granted permission to set up their warehouses on this “sand surface island”.

The Baietan Greater Bay Area Art Center is a cultural hub dedicated to showcasing and promoting the arts and culture of the Greater Bay Area.

After minor renovation, Yongqingfang has become a historical block in Lingnan style which integrates traditional culture and fashion elements together. Over there, you can visit historical buildings in unique Lingnan style, watch dramas and Cantonese opera performances, experience Cantonese embroidery and so on. 

An old saying reminds us that not long ago, Guangzhou was a city with numerous waterways and canals, with a rich culture developed along the banks of the Pearl River and which for centuries made up much of the city’s charm.

Designed by reputable Chinese architect Lu Yanzhi and sponsored by many overseas Chinese and Guangzhou citizens, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's Memorial Hall is a major national cultural relic of Guangdong Province commemorating the great forerunner of the Chinese revolution. 

The highest TV Tower in the world, it is located on the new city axis and offers a panoramic view of Guangzhou city. Canton Tower is not only the launch tower for TV signals, but also has a sightseeing platform, dining venues and other functions.

Designed by Zaha Hadid, a renowned international architect, the Opera House is as important as the Beijing National Theatre and the Shanghai Theatre. 

The new Guangdong Museum features a traditional Chinese courtyard motif as a “lacquer box”. It is a larger-scale showcase of Lingnan’s culture, natural resources and science.

Named after Xian Xinghai, a renowned Chinese composer, and located in Ersha Island, it consists of a symphony hall with 1500 seats, a chamber music hall, a floating stage and a musical fountain.