What should you pay attention to when visiting Guangzhou for the first time? Any suggestions for visiting Guangzhou for the first time?
Guangzhou is a city with a relatively mixed population, and there are still a large number of immigrants. So the editor of this article will tell you what you need to pay attention to when visiting Guangzhou for the first time, and some suggestions. , come and take a look.
Guangzhou’s famous tourist attractions can be divided into three categories: cultural monuments, natural landscapes, and parks and playgrounds. Among them, the cultural monuments include: Generalissimo Sun Yat-sen's Mansion, Deng Shichang Memorial Hall, Hong Xiuquan's Former Residence, etc. Natural landscapes include: Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area, Conghua Hot Spring Scenic Area, Guangzhou South China Botanical Garden, Guangzhou Xiguan Style Tour, etc.
Parks and playgrounds: Yuexiu Park, Pearl River Night Tour, Guangzhou Zoo, Xiangjiang Wildlife World, etc. But how to have fun, convenience and less money in Guangzhou? The following is a brief analysis for you. I hope it can be of some help to friends who are going to travel to Guangzhou.
Best season: October to December. Guangzhou is humid and rainy in spring, slightly hot in summer, and typhoons often occur; the temperature in autumn is suitable, cool and windy, and the good weather lasts until November and December, which is most suitable for tourism, so October to December is the best season for tourism; Winter is slightly cold but short. When there is heavy snowfall in the north, you can survive the winter in Guangzhou just by wearing a sweater.
Recommended tours: Recommended must-see attractions in Guangzhou in 2-5 days
Yuexiu District is the birthplace of Guangzhou, with more than 2,000 years of cultural accumulation. There is a Nanyue Museum in the district that records the history and culture of the South Vietnam Kingdom. The King's Tomb Museum and the Nanyue Palace Administration Site include the Guangxiao Temple and the Great Buddha Temple, which display unique religious history and culture, as well as Liuhua Lake Park, Yuexiu Park, Orchid Garden and other attractions. Tour time: You can take 1 day to choose the main attractions, such as the Tomb of the Nanyue King Museum and the Great Buddha Temple.
Liwan District is located in the west of Guangzhou City. It was formerly known as "Xiguan". It was named after the "Lichi Bay" with the reputation of "a bay of green water and red lychees on both sides" in the area. Guangzhou Metro Line 1 runs through the entire district. There is a strong Xiguan style here. When it comes to Xiguan, almost every street and every lane here has a beautiful legend. Many folk sayings and slang in Guangzhou originated from Xiguan. Liwan District can be said to be a microcosm of Guangzhou’s history.
Baietan is located in the southwest of Liwan District. There is now a bar street there. Every night, the Baietan Bar Street becomes lively. Shamian is located in the south of Liwan District, at the intersection of the Pearl River and Sanjiang River. It used to be an old concession area. Most of the island's buildings are European, with different styles and full of exotic atmosphere. Tour time: 1 day, you can visit the nearby Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Almost all the streets and alleys of Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street have their own moving and beautiful legends, presenting colorful Xiguan style paintings. Today, Shangxiajiu is still prosperous, with shops, There are many restaurants here, and every holiday, it is crowded with people. It is a famous leisure and shopping place in Guangzhou.
Tour time: 1 day. In addition to shopping, you can also try various delicacies in Shangxiajiu.
Haizhu District is located in the central area of Guangzhou. It has a rich heritage in humanities, science and education, including the "Millennium Commercial Port", the ruins of Huangpu Ancient Port, the starting port of China's Maritime "Silk Road", and the former residence of Ju Lian, the originator of the Lingnan School of Painting. Shixiang Garden, the former residence of national hero Deng Shichang, the former site of Generalissimo Sun Yat-sen's Mansion, as well as many well-known scientific research institutes such as Sun Yat-sen University, the Institute of Oceanography of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts are clustered in the area, with convenient transportation.
Teem City in Tianhe District is a large shopping mall and a good place for Guangzhou people to shop and relax. The area has the country's largest South Asian tropical botanical garden "South China Botanical Garden", the beautiful Luhu Lake and the majestic Botanical Garden. Tianhe Sports Center and other attractions.
Visit time: Tianhe Shopping City allows you to visit for 2 days. It is definitely the best choice for those who like shopping. The Botanical Garden and Sports Center can be visited in one day.
There are Baiyun Mountain and Baiyun International Convention and Exhibition Center in Baiyun District. The "Baiyun Pine Waves" in Baiyun Mountain is one of the eight scenic spots in Yangcheng. "Thousands of valleys, pines and thunderous waves roar across the earth, and a pool of gold liquid washes the pearls" is the best portrayal of this place.
Baiyun Mountain tour time: half a day or 1 day. The slope of Baiyun Mountain is not high and it is easy to climb. You can take a break with a bowl of cool landscape tofu on the mountain, which is a great enjoyment.
Huangpu District has a long history. It became a world-famous commercial port more than a thousand years ago. The Nanhai Temple here is a place for worshiping the sea in ancient China and the birthplace of the ancient Maritime Silk Road. , the merchant ships from all over the world, the smoke of the Opium War, and the artillery fire of modern wars have all left a deep mark on Huangpu; the world-famous Huangpu Military Academy, and a generation of influential figures have all left extraordinary footprints here.
Panyu District is an emerging tourist area in Guangzhou. It was once the hometown of Nanhai County in the Qin Dynasty. Chimelong Paradise, Water Park, Xiangjiang Wildlife Park, Chimelong International Circus, Yuyin Shanfang, one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong, and Lotus Mountain are all in Panyu. It is also the location of Guangzhou University Town, with beautiful natural landscapes and strong The cultural atmosphere attracts countless tourists to travel and sightsee. Tour time: Most of the scenic spots in Panyu District require 1 day to visit.
Huadu District is located in the north of Guangzhou and is an important north-south transportation artery. Guangzhou North Railway Station is located in the district and the new Baiyun International Airport is located. Huadu District is the hometown of Hong Xiuquan. It has a long history and many resorts.
Nansha District is located in the southeast of Guangzhou. It has a beautiful natural environment, dense water network, and numerous lakes and ponds. The Million Sunflower Garden, Dajiao Mountain, and Longxue Island are famous tourist attractions here. Travel to Nansha , visitors will experience four colors: green, blue, bronze, and silver gray. About accommodation
Accommodation may be the top priority when traveling, and it is also the most expensive place to spend money. Should I stay in a fast hotel or a short-term rental apartment? Guangzhou Jiang believes that short-term rental apartments are the best choice.
First: Because most short-term rental apartments are located in the center of the city, the transportation will be very convenient. This will save a lot of physical strength and time, and the key is to save money. If you are in Guangzhou If you take a taxi, traffic jams are a common occurrence, and whatever pops up on the meter is your money.
Second: Short-term rental apartments are economical and practical, but the price is also very related to the geographical location, so the price will be very different. Of course, the service level will also be different in different places. Same. About Guangzhou Food
You have to try rice rolls when you come to Guangzhou. The most famous rice rolls in Guangzhou are not only rice rolls but also porridge.
Delicious Tingzi porridge: such as mixed porridge, fish fillet porridge, beef porridge, rice roll porridge, and pork liver porridge. These are very economical and refreshing snacks. The seafood in Guangzhou is also good, in autumn The seafood is very plump, especially crabs, which are also highly recommended. The general meal fee is about 10-15 yuan per person per time (lunch or dinner). It is recommended that you do not eat at small stalls just because they are cheap, because the sanitary conditions of the stalls are very poor. Health and safety are the most important when you are out. But you must try the snacks in Guangzhou. From morning tea to night tea
"Drinking tea in Guangdong will never be forgotten." Guangzhou people love drinking tea, especially morning tea. When we meet in the morning, most greetings in other places are "Have you eaten?", but people in Guangzhou often say "Have you had tea?" (Have you had tea?). What Guangzhou people call tea drinking actually refers to going to a teahouse, not only drinking tea, but also eating snacks, two in a cup, and enjoying yourself; drinking not only morning tea, but also afternoon tea and night tea; not only filling With a full belly, you can also spread news, talk about friendship, and discuss business. It can be seen that drinking tea has transcended the category of simple "tea" in a certain sense and has become a way of social communication. Drinking tea constitutes a distinctive feature of Lingnan culture that distinguishes it from other cultures.
In Guangzhou now, there is no time limit for drinking morning tea. There is no need to rush early in the morning to drink morning tea. People at the table are all drowsy. The tea market in Guangzhou lasts from morning to late at night, and Guangzhou people can also drink all the way from morning tea to afternoon tea to night tea. Although the word "tea" is in the title, the protagonist is not tea, and tea drinkers are not particular about the type of tea they drink.
Radish Beef Brisket
Radish Beef Brisket is a famous traditional snack in Guangzhou. It is made of white radish, fresh beef brisket and seasonings and is stewed for a long time. In some prosperous road sections such as Beijing Road and Shangxiajiu Road, the fragrance of radish and beef brisket fills the streets. On the street, you will often see people shopping with bowls of radish and beef brisket, especially boys and girls.
Wonton noodles
It is the common name for wontons in Guangzhou. There are many snack bars selling wonton noodles along Shangxiajiu Road, Xihua Road and Renmin Road. Due to its rich soup flavor, thin wonton skin and rich fillings, and springy egg noodles, it has become a breakfast and snack delicacy for Guangzhou people.
Rice Rice Roll
A special snack in Guangzhou, it is a favorite snack of Guangzhou people, and it is also a must-have for morning tea and night markets in Guangzhou's large and small teahouses, restaurants. Because it looks like pig intestines, Guangzhou people also call it chee cheong fun. It is said that it was created by Pantang Hexian Pavilion during the Anti-Japanese War and is now available in snack shops, teahouses, restaurants and hotels.
Jidi Porridge
Wu Zhanji was a famous snack shop during the Republic of China. It is located in Wenchang Lane, Liwan. Its porridge is the most famous. The bottom of the porridge is made of yuba and ginkgo. Fish, etc., the porridge is white and bright in color, the rice and water are blended together, and the taste is fresh and fragrant.
Double-skinned milk
Nanxin Double-skinned Milk is the signature food of Nanxin Milk Dessert Shop. After stewing, the double-layered milk solidifies, becoming white, pasty, semi-solid, smooth and smooth, with the milk skin remaining on the edge of the bowl. It has a sweet, soft and smooth flavor, is rich in nutrients, and has the effect of moisturizing the lungs and nourishing the skin. In addition, Guangdong has so many beautiful places that it may be considered the best in the country. There are four categories of skins and twenty-three kinds; there are three categories of fillings and forty-six kinds. There are no less than two to three thousand kinds of fancy cakes. The pastry chefs use their superb skills to create ever-changing combinations and shapes of different crusts and fillings. Desserts with local characteristics include: shrimp dumplings, steamed steamed siomai, pink fruit, Pantang water chestnut cake, honeycomb taro wedges, chicken cakes, glutinous rice chicken, hometown saltwater corner, etc.