Recently, more and more Asian countries have attracted tourists from all over the world. China was no exception. Guangzhou, Shanghai, Chongshin, Tianjin and, of course, Beijing are amazing cities that have preserved the great monuments of the past, traces of many generations, an amazing and original culture, and at the same time combining the ancient heritage with the high rhythms of modern life, advanced technologies and the most daring developments .
Guangzhou
The ancient city of Guangzhou is the economic center and the largest port of South China. It is located in the Pearl River Delta, near the South China Sea, and is the administrative center of Guangdong Province. Guangzhou, the sights of which can hardly be seen in one vacation, is becoming an increasingly attractive tourist center in China.
Historical essay
The city of Guangzhou was founded around the 3rd century. BC e. In the Middle Ages, it was the trading port from which the famous Silk Road began. At the beginning of the XVI century. in Guangzhou, the sights and wealth of which attracted many adventurers from Europe, the Portuguese infiltrated. And in 1684, the East India Company established its own trading post in it. From the 18th century Guangzhou port was the only place in China where limited trade was allowed to foreign merchants by the Gunhan Merchant Corporation. At the end of the 19th century, a revolutionary bourgeois-democratic movement began here. In the years 1938-1945. the city was under the occupation of Japanese troops. Today, it is a thriving cultural and industrial administrative center of China. And Guangzhou, whose attractions attract tourists from all over the world, can be called one of the most famous tourist areas of the Far East.
Attractions Guangzhou
Why is this city attractive for tourists? Like most ancient settlements, of course, first of all, amazing color, unusual culinary traditions, colorful souvenir shops, and hospitality of the indigenous people. And also architectural monuments, temples, museums, huge statues, parks ... Guangzhou, whose attractions are so numerous and diverse, will not leave anyone indifferent.
Mausoleum of the Han Dynasty, tomb of King Nanyu
The tomb was built about 2100 years ago. The museum features more than 5,000 relics found in it.
Chen CastleA beautifully preserved monument of Chinese architecture, which is over 100 years old.
Jenhai tower
Ming Dynasty Tower - State Museum of the city.
Mausoleum of Sun Yat-sen
A traditional palace built in the shape of an octagon. The building was erected in memory of Song Yat-sen, the leader of the Chinese revolution.
Lujunsy Monastery
A beautiful temple with the highest carved pagoda in the city and a bronze statue of Buddha.
Baiyunshan Mountain
A picturesque place. The peak of the mountain is covered with clouds. The Botanical Garden is organized here.
Dongfang Park
Large amusement park. Located at Baiyun Mountain.
Lotus mountains
A unique park on the site of ancient quarries. The place taken under protection is replete with huge hewn stones resembling lotuses in shape.
Yuessu Park
The largest park in the city with many trees and flowers. The venue for thematic exhibitions, gatherings of flower growers, artists, representatives of crafts.
Guangxiaos temple
The largest Buddhist temple, built another 1.7 thousand years ago.
Yuntai Garden
One of the largest gardens in China, opened in 1995. Rare plants are grown here.