Guangzhou Shamian was once a British and French concession, so there are many century-old European-style buildings on the island.

This small island covering only 0.3 square kilometers is listed as a national key cultural relic protection unit and has 54 buildings.

Many of them have been revitalized and turned into new literary and artistic landmarks, allowing people to fully experience the integration of Guangzhou's diverse cultures.

The trees on the island are lush and green, so you won’t get too much sun when you take a walk in the summer.

An afternoon stroll on the sandy surface under the sun is like being in a romantic French movie.

I think this is the best place in Guangzhou for a city walk!

The following is the tour route that I have carefully organized. Just visit in order: Sha Mian Tang - the former residence of the Deputy General Inspector of Salt Affairs of China - White Swan Hotel - Li Weiguang Art Museum - the former site of HSBC Bank - Starbucks - Qichang Foreign Company - Xiqiao - Guangdong Victory

The hotel - the former site of Sassoon Company - Shamian Park - Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum takes half a day to visit these attractions. You can choose according to your own preferences. Fish Sauce recommends a few landmarks: 1. Li Weiguang Art Museum: originally the Japanese official museum in 1924

The Gold Bank has been revitalized into an art museum, and the gallery on the first floor is free to visit.

This art gallery was originally the Japanese Shokin Bank in 1924 and has now been transformed into a charming art space.

The gallery on the first floor displays a variety of wonderful artworks, and the best part is, you can visit for free!

Wandering here, admiring the creations of different artists, it feels like entering an ocean of art.

2. Shamian Church: This is a small and quaint church. Here you can not only feel the peaceful atmosphere, but also have the opportunity to be the protagonist of wedding photos.

Many couples choose to take wedding photos here because the history and romantic atmosphere of this church complement each other perfectly.

Speaking of churches, the most impressive thing is the gorgeous stained glass windows. I like to walk here in the evening. The sunlight shines slantingly on the windows, as if adding a beautiful filter. The temperature of the weather at this time

It is also relatively lowered, and the comfortable evening breeze is especially suitable for taking pictures!

3. The former residence of the Deputy General Inspector of Salt Affairs of China: This building built in 1912 is now transformed into a tea museum.

The well-preserved curved Republic of China escalator on the first floor is amazing. Walking up it, it feels like traveling back to the elegant style of the Republic of China period.

In this tea museum with a strong cultural atmosphere, you can understand the essence of tea culture and feel the collision of tradition and modernity.

This staircase is a beautiful photo spot, especially suitable for lo-skirts or retro clothes. It is super photogenic. The texture of the old building cannot be imitated by modern antique buildings!

And as a museum, the exhibits are also very rich. There are very few Chinese who don’t like drinking tea, but only by learning more about tea culture can you truly understand tea. 4. White Swan Hotel: The unique interior design of this hotel will surprise you.

You can enter for free and take photos with the indoor waterfall, making you feel like you are in a wonderland when taking photos.

In addition, the small museum on the second floor is also worth a visit, displaying some precious historical artifacts.

The White Swan Hotel is the first five-star hotel open to the public after the reform and opening up, so it has always been particularly open. Taking pictures here feels like entering a tropical rainforest. When taking pictures, you can position your camera first and try to let the landscaping fill the entire composition.

Taking pictures here is much more comfortable than going to a real tropical rainforest - after all, the hotel lobby is air-conditioned!

5. The former site of HSBC: As one of the most representative buildings in Shamian, the hemispheric dome on the top of this building is called the "Eye of Shamian".

Looking up at it, you will be attracted by the magnificent architecture and long history.

This is an excellent photo spot to record your wonderful encounter with this building.

This place can almost be called a landmark in Shamian. What I like most is the yellow exterior wall. It’s like a fairy tale. The towering dome can easily be mistaken for a castle. It’s a super romantic location. There are also people taking wedding photos around.

Many people will be happy when they see them beaming with joy!

6. Starbucks: This Starbucks store uses Tiffany green on its exterior wall and is one of the most beautiful Starbucks in Guangzhou.

Once home to the British Christian Methodist Church and Missionary Apartments, it has now become a coffee shop with a difference through careful renovation and design.

Enjoy coffee here and feel the blend of history and modernity.