Guangzhou has been a major settlement for many centuries, but it’s the city’s modern successes that make it one of China’s must-see destinations. Major manufacturing and industry jobs have been migrating to Guangzhou for years, and it has become especially well-known for hosting the Canton Fair, which is the biggest international trade fair in China. The fair takes place every year in April and October, and hotels in Guangzhou become a lot harder to book as they’re only available to those with advance bookings.
The city is a favorite among those in the business and trade fields, but vacationers will also find plenty of things to see and do, many of which revolve around the city’s rich and ancient history. Places such as
Shixiang Mansion and
Guangzhou City Museumare great ways to explore some of the city’s rich history.
Guangzhou’s new urban center is Tianhe, which is also where some of the best accommodations can be found. For sightseeing adventures, tourists are better off heading to the East and West Yuexiu. Historic attractions including Portuguese churches, Buddhist temples, and ancient mosques can be found in the old city.
The city is served by
Guangzhou – Baiyun Airport, which is less than 20 miles from the central business area and features a selection of business hotels and a metro line which connects to the rest of the city.
There’s much more to see and learn about Guangzhou, and the interactive map on this page is a great way to find out where the attractions and hotels can be found in this exciting city.
