Nestled in the heart of Guangzhou, the Guangzhou Peasant Movement Institute (officially designated as the Former Site of the Peasant Movement Institute Directed by Comrade Mao Zedong) stands as a remarkable architectural palimpsest. Its weathered brick walls, originally part of the Ming Dynasty’s Panyu Confucian Academy (1370), still emanate scholarly serenity from centuries of classical education.What truly captivates visitors is …

Nestled along Guangzhou’s vibrant waterfront between Dongshan Lake Park and Haizhu Bridge, Dashatou Wharf serves as the city’s flagship departure point for Pearl River cruises. As the largest dedicated tourist pier in Guangzhou, it boasts the most modern fleet, with all premium vessels embarking from this iconic location. Among Guangzhou’s multiple cruise terminals, Dashatou and Tianzi Wharves reign supreme for …

Local in the heart of Guangzhou, Dongshan Lake Park (东山湖公园) is more than just a green escape—it’s a vibrant showcase of the city’s daily rhythms. Built in 1958 through a collaborative effort between local residents and PLA soldiers, this beloved park officially opened on May 12, 1959, and has since become a cherished retreat for both nature lovers and culture …

For travelers seeking more than Guangzhou’s famed dim sum and shopping, Guangzhou Lingnan Impression Park offers a fully immersive journey into Cantonese heritage. Though slightly off the tourist trail (just a 12-minute walk from University Town South Metro Station), this open-air museum rewards visitors with something rare: history you can touch, play with, and even taste. Step Into Old Canton …

Rising like a pair of water-worn pebbles from the Pearl River’s edge, the Guangzhou Opera House redefines urban architecture with its sensual, gravity-defying curves. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Zaha Hadid, this cultural landmark blends seamlessly with its aquatic surroundings – the undulating glass and steel surfaces appear to ripple like the adjacent river at golden hour.Architectural SymphonyThe twin structures …

The Pearl River (Zhūjiāng) earned its poetic name from a legendary rock formation that once rose proudly from its waters near Guangzhou. For centuries, a massive sandstone outcrop—polished smooth by the river’s currents—glistened like a pearl under the sun, earning it the name “Sea Pearl Rock” (海珠石). This natural landmark became so iconic that the surrounding waters were called the …

Tucked away in Guangzhou’s Panyu District (17km from downtown), the postcard-perfect Yu Yin Shan Fang (余荫山房) stands as one of Guangdong’s Four Classic Qing Dynasty Gardens. This 1,598-sqm horticultural gem whispers the legacy of the Wu family – whose father and two sons remarkably clinched top-three rankings in imperial examinations – making it a symbolic pilgrimage site for academic aspirants …

Guangzhou Haizhu Square is a bustling commercial and transportation hub in central Guangzhou, located along the Pearl River. While it functions as a major traffic circle, its real charm lies in the surrounding wholesale markets—some of the best in China for deals on everything from toys to dried seafood. Apart from the usual toys, furnishings, and electronics, this is a …