Guangzhou Travel Guide

Temple of Six Banyan Trees – Guangzhou’s Buddhist JewelEstablished in 537 AD Why Visit?As one of Guangzhou’s four most significant Buddhist temples , this 1,500-year-old sanctuary near Beijing Road pedestrian street houses Guangdong’s largest bronze Buddha statues. Perfect for combining with a shopping/historic tour ! The Flower Pagoda Landmark Original site of Su Shi’s (苏轼) famous poem Houses Guangdong’s heaviest …

Why Take a Pearl River Cruise?The Pearl River (Zhūjiāng, 珠江) is the picturesque heart of Guangzhou, adorned with charming views along its winding waterways.The Pearl River, Guangzhou’s “mother river,” is the soul of the city where history meets modernity. A cruise here—whether by day or night—has become a must for visitors, promising to be a highlight of any trip to …

Historical SignificanceThe Guangzhou Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, located on the southern slope of Yuexiu Hill, was built between 1929 and 1931 as a tribute to Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the pioneer of China’s democratic revolution. Funded by the people of Guangzhou and overseas Chinese, this grand structure stands as a symbol of the city’s historical and cultural heritage. The Sun Yat-sen …

Nestled along the Pearl River’s White Goose Pond, Guangzhou Shamian Island is an open-air museum of European architectural grandeur. Gothic spires pierce the sky, stained glass scatters kaleidoscopic light, and the echoes of chapel bells resonate through centuries-old red-brick walls and emerald tiles. As dusk bathes the Roman columns and wrought-iron carvings in gold, the river breeze carries the aroma …

History and Significance of Shangxiajiu StreetAs one of Guangzhou’s top three traditional commercial centers, Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street holds the distinction of being China’s first pedestrian shopping street (opened September 30, 1995). Located in Liwan District (historic Xiguan area), this iconic destination traces its roots to the 6th century. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it flourished as part of Guangzhou’s Thirteen Factories trade district, serving as …