Guangzhou, referred to as Guangzhou, formerly known as Panyu and Yangcheng, is the capital of Guangdong Province, an important central city in southern China, an international trade center and a comprehensive transportation hub. As a "thousand-year-old commercial capital" with a history of more than 2,000 years, Guangzhou is the forefront of China's reform and opening up, as well as the center of Lingnan culture.
Guangzhou has a profound history of commerce and trade, and the statue of five sheep in Yuexiu Park tells the legend of the city's beauty; Guangxiao Temple is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in China; The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall is a treasure of Lingnan architectural art, showing exquisite woodcarving, stone carving, and brick carving craftsmanship; Shamian Island retains a modern European-style architectural complex, which is quiet and elegant.
Walking in traditional commercial streets such as Shangxiajiu and Beijing Road, you can feel the hustle and bustle and vitality of old Guangzhou; Walk under the arcade and experience the unique southern architectural style; Savoring authentic Cantonese dim sum at an old teahouse is a great way to experience Guangzhou's slow life and food culture; The Pearl River Night Tour offers a unique perspective on both sides of the city.
Modern Guangzhou also shows a vigorous development momentum: the modern buildings of Zhujiang New Town, represented by the Canton Tower (small waist), outline the futuristic urban outline; Baiyun International Airport is an important aviation hub in southern China; The Canton Fair in spring and autumn every year attracts global merchants; Shopping malls such as Taikoo Hui and Teemall gather international fashion trends.
As an important gateway to the world, Guangzhou is a unique interpretation of pragmatic innovation – it is not only the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, but also an important engine of China's economic development. Whether it's sampling authentic roast meat at a street shop or feeling a youthful evening at Pub Street, this vibrant city always welcomes the world to explore its open and inclusive spirit.