Here, let Beidou introduce you to the top ten must-see attractions in Guangzhou. I hope you don't miss these places.
I. Guang Zhouta
Guang Zhouta, also known as Guangzhou New TV Tower, nicknamed Xiaoman Waist, with a total height of 600 meters, is the tallest building in Guangzhou and one of the top ten most beautiful modern buildings in China. Everyone who comes to Guangzhou will come here to take photos and punch in. It is a symbol of a city, a business card of a city, showing the city's personality, image and taste.
In Guang Zhouta, you can go sightseeing freely, overlook the beautiful scenery of Guangzhou on the 488 photography observation deck and take wonderful moments; Learn about the world outside China in Baiyun starry sky sightseeing hall; At the 450 observation deck, witness the surging clouds, the rising sun and the setting sun; You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of Guangzhou on the Ferris wheel around Guang Zhouta. You can also walk up the stairs, slowly change your angle and orientation in a spiral way, and feel different scenery and artistic conception.
In Guang Zhouta, there are cinemas and popular science halls to reveal the rainwater recovery system and wind power generation system for you, and also to reveal how Guang Zhouta can resist strong winds and shocks. Here, not only the products are displayed, but also the technology and future are displayed.
Besides sightseeing and entertainment, you can also taste local food in Guang Zhouta. There are Lotus French Revolving Restaurant, Huiyuexuan Chinese Restaurant, Xuan Ji Mediterranean Cafe, Chopsticks Club Restaurant, Air Bar, Bread House and Leisure Station in the tower. You can enjoy it slowly and spend a pleasant leisure time in these places when you are tired.
Besides, it is also very pleasant to watch Guang Zhouta outdoors, especially at night. It is colorful and dreamlike, as if it were a girl who just woke up, which is fascinating. Where to go tonight? I'll wait for you in the Pearl River!
Address: No.222, Yuejiang West Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou
Second, Baiyun Mountain
Yangcheng shouxiu
Baiyun Mountain is one of the famous mountains in South Guangdong, consisting of more than 30 peaks. It has been a famous scenic spot since ancient times, such as Pujian Li Anquan, Baiyun Wang Wan and Jingtai Sanggui. In ancient times, it was listed as one of the eight scenic spots in Yangcheng and enjoyed a high reputation.
Baiyun Mountain covers a large area and is divided into seven areas: Land Rover, Heyiling, Mingchun Valley, Mingzhu Building, Fei 'eling, Santailing and Moxingling. There are three largest gardens in China, followed by Yuntai Garden, the largest garden in China. The largest natural birdcage in China is Spring Valley; The largest sculpture theme park in China-Sculpture Park.
Tiannan first peak
Mount Moxing, named Biyun Peak, is the highest peak of Baiyun Mountain, and it is also a landmark attraction of Baiyun Mountain. There is a new archway on the mountain, which is the only ancient archway in Baiyun Mountain. Now it has become a beautiful scenery. When you climb Mount Moxing, you can not only enjoy the wonderful scenery, but also overlook the magnificent scenery of Guangzhou.
A mountain is surrounded by beautiful water, and the sound of waves is hidden in the middle of the mountain.
Land Rover Lake, also known as Jinyechi, is one of the three major reservoirs in Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area and one of the four artificial lakes in Guangzhou. There are mixed forests such as Pinus massoniana and Acacia eucalyptus in the lake area, and there is a pavilion in the middle of the lake where you can go boating and fishing.
Mingchun Valley is located in the dripping rock valley between the first peak of Tiannan and Jiulongquan, which is a great surprise of Baiyun Mountain. There are many scenic spots, such as natural birdcage, colorful parrot paradise, butterfly viewing pavilion, popular science museum, Baiyun Wangxiao and so on. There are rare birds here, such as blue peacock, white peacock, red-crowned crane, golden pheasant and white-crowned pheasant, which are perfectly combined with nature and seem to go deeper into cicada forest.
Address: No.801,Guangyuan Middle Road, Tonghe Street, Baiyun District, Guangzhou.
Third, the sand surface
Shamian once had a nice name-Shicuizhou, which is a sandbar formed by the alluvial of the Pearl River. It is said that it was originally connected with the land. After the Second Opium War, the British and French powers took a fancy to the geographical location here and wanted to use it as a base. So the British forced the Qing government to artificially dig a stream (now Shojaei Chung) in the north of Shamian to separate it from the land, and the island became an independent concession, which is now Shamian Island.
International Museum of Architecture
Although the name of this island is Shamian, there is no beach on the island, but there are a lot of European-style buildings, just like the Bund in Shanghai, with Gothic, Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, eclecticism and other styles of buildings, which can be called Guangzhou and is the most exotic paradise in Guangzhou.
Shamian was once an important commercial port in Guangzhou. One hundred years ago, more than ten countries set up consulates here, and nine foreign banks and more than forty commercial banks operated here. At that time, the Customs Club and the Guangzhou Club were established one after another. Shamian witnessed the changes in modern Guangzhou and became a microcosm of modern Guangzhou.
Every old building on Shamian Island is a history and a story. There is the first White Swan Hotel in China and the first five-star hotel in China. Later, many restaurants and coffee shops opened one after another, and their shapes and colors were perfectly integrated with these classical buildings, becoming a resort for punching cards.
Besides historical buildings and cultural sites, Shamian Island has many Guangzhou cuisines and traditional cultures. There are Guangdong morning tea and other special foods, as well as many traditional handicrafts such as ceramics and sculptures, which can satisfy your curiosity to explore the history and culture of Guangzhou.
Address: No.3 Shamian South Street, Liwan District, Guangzhou
Fourth, Yuexiu Park.
Among hundreds of parks in Guangzhou, Yuexiu Park is the largest comprehensive park and one of the earliest parks in Guangzhou.
The park consists of Yuejinggang, the main peak of Yuexiu Mountain, seven hills such as Guihuagang, Mukegang and Li Yugang nearby, and three artificial lakes such as Beixiu, Nanxiu and Dongxiu. The park is full of beautiful scenery, birds and flowers, pavilions and Langfang pavilions, which are full of the unique style of Lingnan gardens.
Guchuting
In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, Yuexiu Park has many places of interest, including Zhenhai Tower, Ancient City Wall, Sifangbao, Sun Yat-sen Monument, Sun Yat-sen's Reading Room Monument, Wu Tomb, Ming Shaowu Monarch's Tomb, Sailor's Pavilion, Wuyang Stone Carving, Wuyang Legend Sculpture Group, Spherical Water Tower and other attractions, as well as a stone archway in Qing Dynasty with four Chinese characters engraved on it.
Yuejinggang is the highest point in Yuexiu Mountain. Although the altitude is not high, the scenery is excellent. The king of Nanyue in the Western Han Dynasty once planted exotic flowers and herbs on the mountain and gave a big banquet to his ministers. After the Song Dynasty, it was a famous place to climb the Range Rover in Guangzhou. Among the eight scenic spots of Yangcheng in the past dynasties, Yuexiu Mountain is definitely on the list, such as Yuetai Qiuyue, Songtao in Guangdong and Xiu Xiu.
There are ancient Ming city walls in the park, which have experienced more than 600 years of wind and rain, and pieces of blue bricks bear the imprint of history. Zhenhai tower, also known as Wanghai Building and five floors, is the commanding height of the park. You can enjoy the panoramic view of Guangzhou from a distance.
Address: No.988 Jiefang North Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
V. Sacred Heart Cathedral of Stone
The Sacred Heart Cathedral of Shishi was founded in 1863 with a history of 25 years and was completed in 1888. It is the most magnificent Catholic church in Guangzhou with a history of 130 years.
Four stone gothic churches
The Sacred Heart Cathedral of Shishi is 35 meters wide from east to west and 78 meters long from north to south, with a total area of more than 2,700 square meters. It is one of the most spectacular twin-spired Gothic buildings in China, and enjoys the same fame as Notre Dame, Westminster Abbey and Cologne Cathedral.
There are ten huge stone pillars on the left and right sides of the church, and the shape of the arch enhances the momentum of the whole church. The middle of the hall is high and the sides are low, and the curve is undulating, creating a solemn religious atmosphere. There are flower windows on the wall around the front door and lattice, and Bible stories are painted on the stained glass windows, which looks like a kind of classical beauty.
From the appearance, each stone pillar in the stone chamber is made of a whole piece of granite, and the stone faces are perfectly jointed and the tenons are accurate. The stone is made of sticky rice paste with tung oil, which looks magnificent and awe-inspiring.
In addition to the aesthetic feeling of the building, the environment here is also beautiful, surrounded by flowers and trees. Whether you believe in religion or not, this is a place to rest and relax. It can calm your mind, abandon your troubles and return to your original heart.
Address: No.56 Jiufuqian, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
Six, Taikoo Cang
Taikoocang, the white shell of Guangzhou population, was built in 1904 ~ 1908. It was invested and built by the British Swire Company. It is called Taikoo Cang, which is the wharf warehouse of Swire Shipping Company in Britain, so it has a history of 1 10 years.
During the Republic of China (1928-1933), that is, during Chen's rule in Guangdong, Taikoocang Wharf was rebuilt and expanded, and three berths (namely, seven warehouses in Taikoocang today), 1 No.2 and Bridge (namely, three T-shaped wharves in Taikoocang today) and Inner Wharf were built. Taikoocang was a perfect and advanced storage terminal in the world at that time.
With the development of urban economy, the need of urban construction and the trend of large-scale marine ships, the loading and unloading operations by pulling people aboard are gradually eliminated. With the cargo ship "Shuangning No.5" leaving the bridge on June 6, 2007, Taikoocang officially bid farewell to the history of wharf loading and unloading, and it has also become a desolate place.
Since then, Taikoo Cang has adapted to the development and opportunities of the city, and has become the first batch of old dock warehouses in Guangzhou, which has revived its vitality. Taikoocang has become one of the birthplaces of Guangzhou's night economy and a place where young people gather. There are various Chinese and western restaurants and bars, film library, international wine purchasing center, creative studio, exhibition library, yacht wharf and so on. It has become a cultural and creative resort integrating cultural creativity, exhibition and entertainment.
Riverside city living room
Taikoocang Wharf can meet all your needs. You can stand on the dock and overlook the passing fishing boats. In the open-air teahouse, there is a slight sea breeze blowing; Drink in the bar and enjoy the wonderful notes; Eat in the air and wait for the sunset. This is not only a romantic punching place, but also a place in Guangzhou.
Address: No.0/24, Singer Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou
7. Baishui Village.
Emerald on the Tropic of Cancer
Baishui Village is a mountain scenic spot with high mountains and dense forests, fresh air, strange peaks and rocks, and Lingquan Waterfall. It is famous for its waterfall with the largest drop in China, and its negative ion content is the highest in Guangzhou, so it is known as.
In Baishui Village Scenic Area, there is the only hydrophilic plank road built with seagrass in China, and the first step on Tiannan Mountain, the longest hiking trail in Guangdong. The scenery along the way is infinite, including cabin, Xianlin, Huixian Bridge, Shuanglonghui, waterfall terrace, narcissus waterfall, pro-waterfall terrace, Mu waterfall terrace and Xiangutang, which is a scenic spot close to nature.
Narcissus falls
Is the core of the scenic spot, there is a waterfall from the top of the mountain more than 800 meters above sea level, with a drop of 428.5 meters, just like a slim fairy, holding hands in vain, dancing, beautiful in the sun.
Tiannan first ladder
It is the name card of the scenic spot, spanning three mountains from the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain, with a total of 9999 steps. The whole mountain climbing road is divided into six sections, namely, seeking immortals, enjoying the scenery, tackling difficulties, range rover, warrior and climbing to the top. The meanings are as follows.
Every step, there are surprises; Every time I board the observation deck, it is a picture scroll. The most beautiful scenery is always given to those who insist; The most beautiful surprises are always reserved for the most persevering people. Green mountains and green waters, birds and flowers, Baishui Village is really where the fairy sister lives.
Address: No.74 Beishan Road, Paitan Town, Zengcheng District, Guangzhou
Eight, Chen ancestral hall
Hezumiao
Chen's Ancestral Hall, also known as Chen's Academy, was jointly built by the Chen clan in Guangdong during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, providing temporary accommodation for Chen's descendants to go to the provincial capital to prepare for the imperial examination, wait for appointment, pay taxes, litigation, business activities and other matters.
Nan Chen Bei kong
In traditional clan architecture, Chen refers to Chenjiaci and Kong refers to Qufu Confucius House. Chenjia Ancestral Hall faces south, with a spacious square in front and four courtyards in the east, west, north and south. The main building of the ancestral hall is 80 meters long and 80 meters wide, arranged in a square. It adopts a beam-lifting structure with three axes, three entrances, nine halls and eight corridors staggered. Strict design, clear priorities, everything clear.
The Pearl of Lingnan Architectural Art
Judging from the scale of traditional buildings, Chenjia Ancestral Hall is the largest traditional building in Guangfu, and it is also the most well-preserved and exquisite ancestral hall-style building, and is known as the "First Temple in Guangfu". This ancestral temple is a masterpiece of Lingnan architectural techniques. Almost all halls, courtyards, halls, corridors, doors, windows, railings, walls, roofs and beams have adopted the three sculptures, two sculptures, one casting and one painting with Lingnan characteristics, that is, wood carving, brick carving, stone carving, pottery sculpture, gray sculpture, copper-iron casting and painted murals are perfectly integrated. It is a masterpiece in the history of Lingnan architectural techniques.
Judging from the content of craft modeling, Chenjia Ancestral Hall is famous for its exquisiteness and splendor. In addition to traditional decorations such as carved flowers and objects, the gray plastic on the roof is bright red and green, which attracts people's attention. In addition to traditional patterns such as Fu Lushou, pine crane and bamboo, fame and fortune, there are also some well-known legends and historical stories, which fully represent the highest level of Lingnan gray sculpture.
The Chenjia Ancestral Temple, which has experienced the ups and downs of the times, is not only a traditional ancestral temple, but also a fine art museum, a cultural precipitation of the years and a poem with a unique Lingnan style!
Address: No.34, Enlongli, Zhongshan Seventh Road, Liwan District, Guangzhou
Nine, Tianhou Palace
Speaking of Guangzhou, what is your first impression? Xiaomanyao, Baiyun Mountain, Shamian, or the night view of the Pearl River? In fact, in addition to the traditional scenic spots, there is also a Tianhou Palace in Nansha, Guangzhou, which is adjacent to the Pearl River Estuary, facing Humen across the sea, surrounded by mountains and rivers, and covered with trees.
Tianhou Palace, also known as Mazu Tempel, is dedicated to Maureen, the goddess of the sea shared by people in the southern coastal areas. Tianhou Palace is built on the mountain, which is divided into main hall, offering hall, sleeping hall, Nansha building, bell tower, drum tower and release pond.
After entering the park, you will first come to Tianhou Elephant Square. The most striking is the Mazu stone statue, which is as high as 14.5 meters. Mazu is elegant in temperament and natural in expression. She holds Ruyi in her right hand and gently holds it in her left hand, which is both gentle and elegant. There is an incense burner next to the square for tourists to worship, make wishes and pray, and there is an endless stream of worshippers and incense.
Nanling Tower, with eight floors and a height of 45 meters, is the tallest attic-style building here. It was built at the end of the Tianhou Palace to commemorate Maureen, the goddess of the sea. Unlike tower buildings which generally use odd numbers, Nanling Tower is even, because there is an unwritten folk custom, that is, men's singles and women's doubles. Therefore, even numbers are used for steps, ripples and couplets in Tianhou Palace.
On the mountain in the scenic area, there is also the Dajiaoshan Fort, which stands on the west bank of Humen, facing the Shajiao Fort in Dongguan across the river and guarding the exit of Humen Waterway, forming a solid defense line of Humen Fortress. Nowadays, although it has been abandoned, the bullet marks and remnants on the wall can be found vaguely. It has become the base of patriotism education and an example for us to learn!
Address: No.88, Tianhou Road, Nansha District, Guangzhou
Shawan ancient town
Lingnan Museum of Folk Architecture and Art
Shawan Ancient Town, founded in the Southern Song Dynasty, is a famous Lingnan cultural town with a history of more than 800 years. At first, it was just a small fishing village. Since the end of the Song Dynasty, relying on convenient rivers, it has gradually prospered and become a famous commercial distribution center. Today, many ancient buildings in Lingnan style are still preserved here, which is known as "Lingnan".
After more than 800 years of precipitation, Shawan ancient town has preserved a large number of material and cultural heritages, including ancestral halls, temples and other ancient buildings and commercial and residential sites, mainly including Liugeng Hall, Wenfeng Pagoda, ancient town study, agricultural life museum, Qingshuijing, Yan Hui Hegong Temple and other ancient buildings, as well as stone steps, stone lanes, oyster shell walls and bell houses with Lingnan characteristics.
Liugengtang is the largest ancestral hall in Shawan ancient town and a typical representative of Lingnan ancestral hall. It is the ancestral hall of the Ho family in Shawan from the early stage to the fifth generation. The ancestral hall was built in the Yuan Dynasty, and it was expanded and rebuilt many times in the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, with a construction area of more than 3,000 square meters. Liugeng Hall is a typical representative of Lingnan ancient buildings, with a five-opening and five-entering format and a symmetrical central axis. In particular, the carving techniques here are particularly rich, and wood carvings, stone carvings and brick carvings can be seen everywhere, showing the highest technology of Lingnan architecture.
Heshisan steet
Shawan is not only rich in material heritage, but also retains many intangible cultural heritages, such as Guangdong music, gone with the wind, dragons and lions, orchids, food and other long-standing folk arts and folk culture. Famous musicians (He Liutang, He Shaoxia) composed famous music songs such as "Rain Beats Banana" and "Sailong Won Gold", which had a far-reaching impact on the development of Guangdong music, and Shawan became one of the most active areas in Guangdong history. Today, there are three halls, Luo Qingtang and other places of interest related to Guangdong music in the ancient town, which reflects the status and inheritance of Shawan in the development of Guangdong music.
In addition, the scenery of the ancient town is also very good, with flowing bridges and trees. Especially when night falls, red lanterns light up in the night sky and are reflected on the water, giving people a feeling of home, especially warm. If you encounter troubles in your life, if you feel tired at work, you can come to this quiet ancient town to vent yourself on weekends.
Address: No.64 Daxiangyong Road, Shawan Street, Panyu District, Guangzhou