Tourist Attractions
Shamian Island »
Few visitors expect a slice of old war Europe when they visit Guangzhou but that's exactly what you'll find at Shamian Island. Formerly known as Shameen Island or Shamin Island, from its Cantonese pronunciation, Shamian Island is a sandbank island located smack bang in the middle of the Peal River... more »
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees »
Guangzhou sure packs a mean punch when it comes to temples and The Temple of Six Banyan Tree is another one of the city's heavy hitters. Originally built in 537 during the Southern dynasties, the temple was tragically burnt down then thankfully rebuilt in the Northern Song Dynasty. Never the... more »
Tomb & Museum of the Southern Yue Kings »
Bulldozers clearing ground to build a hotel got a big surprise in 1983 when they uncovered the intact tomb of Emperor Wen Di located 20 metres underground. One of the great Chinese archaeological discoveries of the '80s, the emperor's tomb contained not only the skeleton of the king but also... more »
Orchid Gardens »
Tourist attractions without tourists may be hard to come by in China but at Lan Pu (Orchid Garden), you're unlikely to share your time with more than a handful of other people. Located a short walk from the Yuexiu station, the garden specialises in (you guessed it) orchids, but is... more »
Bright Filial Piety Temple »
With a history dating back more than 1,700 years, some people say Bright Filial Piety Temple was established even before its home city of Guangzhou. Whether the chicken or the egg came first nobody is quite sure but what everyone agrees on is that Bright Filial Piety Temple is one... more »
