Zhuhai is a city in Guangdong Province.
Zhuhai is also known as the City of Hundred Islands and the Romantic City. Zhuhai City is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Guangdong Province. It is located in the south of Guangdong Province and on the west bank of the Pearl River estuary. As of the end of 2020, Zhuhai City has jurisdiction over 3 administrative districts: Xiangzhou, Doumen, and Jinwan, and 5 economic functional zones: Hengqin, Hi-tech, Bonded, Wanshan, and Gaolan, with a land area of ??1,736.45 square kilometers.
Zhuhai became a special economic zone in 1980 and was one of the first four special economic zones in China to implement the opening-up policy. In 2008, the State Council promulgated and implemented the outline of the reform and development plan for the Pearl River Delta region, and defined Zhuhai as the core city on the west bank of the Pearl River Estuary. It was established as a county in 1953, a city in 1979, and a special economic zone in 1980. It enjoys the local legislative power granted by the National People's Congress.
Zhuhai specialty snacks
1. Hengqin oysters
Hengqin oysters are one of the most famous local seafood delicacies. Hengqin oysters are mainly produced in Hengqin Island, hence the name. Hengqin Island is at the junction of salty and fresh water. The water quality is relatively good and the temperature is suitable. The Hengqin oysters grown here are the best. Hengqin oysters can be eaten in many seafood restaurants. They are plump and delicious, with a sweet taste and very high nutritional value.
2. Jinwan large shrimp
Jinwan large shrimp is also very famous in Zhuhai. Jinwan large shrimp is also called giant prawn and is a famous seafood. There are many ways to cook large prawns. Dry-fried large prawns are one of the more popular ways to eat them. In order to ensure the texture and freshness of the prawns, the large prawns are usually marinated in salt for a period of time without adding other seasonings. Dip it with some ingredients, such as soy sauce, mustard, etc.