Location: Guangzhou
Top Things to do in Guangzhou
Top Restaurants in Guangzhou
10 Events in Guangzhou That You Shouldn't Miss
China’s third-largest city is the capital of Guangdong Province and a thriving commercial center. Its location on the Pearl River and proximity to Hong Kong has made Guangzhou a strategic port for centuries. Glimpse old temples and gleaming steel towers on an architectural tour. Visit one of four Chimelong theme parks for thrills and chills. Once called Canton, Guangzhou is considered the home of traditional (read Cantonese) “Chinese food.” Foodies will find more restaurants per capita here than anywhere else in China.
Restaurants in Guangzhou
1. Guangfu Temple Fair
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
A popular fair for those seeking Cantonese culture and customs, the Guangfu Temple Fair takes place over several days in January, February, or March; the exact dates depend on the lunar calendar. A large parade through various streets in Guangzhou is a highlight of the fair, with hundreds of participants in traditional Chinese costumes performing for the crowds along the route. Restarted in 2011 after an absence of more than 100 years, this fair has entertainment for kids and adults alike, with puppet shows, bright lanterns and traditional foods all on display.
2. Huacheng Square Light Show
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Every year, Guangzhou will have a free Light show for certain nights during the Spring Festival. It is a very popular New Year event among locals. Setting Guangzhou Tower as the centre, the two sides of Pearl River and new central axis line as the background, the show also combined with the live performances at Huacheng Square. Here, you will not only enjoy the modern lighting design, but also experience the traditional Chinese Culture of Lingnan area.
3. Yuexiu Light Show
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
4. Lizhiwan Water Flower Fair
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
It is a typical flower fair in Guangzhou, which recalls the old time of Lizhiwan. Apart from a traditional flea market about jade, Cantonese embroidery, faience and other authentic crafts; during the whole day program, there are lots of performance about the culture of Lingnan area. Don’t forget to check out the wonderful light show at night as well, it definitely create a different feeling from the day.
5. Tianhe Flower Carnival
6. Yuexiu Xihu Road Flower Fair
7. Baiyun Mountain Lion dance Culture Exhibition
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
8. Huangpu Flower Fair
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4.0 based on 9 reviews
9. Guangzhou Cultural Park Flower Fair
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
10. Haizhu Flower Fair
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3.5 based on 7 reviews
