Location: Chaozhou
Top Things to do in Chaozhou
Top 10 Things to do in Chaozhou, China
Chaozhou (Chinese: 潮州), alternatively transliterated as Chiuchow, Chaochow, or Teochew, is a city in the eastern Guangdong province of China. It borders Shantou to the south, Jieyang to the southwest, Meizhou to the northwest, the province of Fujian to the east and the South China Sea to the southeast. It is administered as a prefecture-level city with a jurisdiction area of 3,110 square kilometres (1,200 sq mi) and a total population of 2,669,844. Along with Shantou and Jieyang, Chaozhou is part of the Chaoshan region.
Restaurants in Chaozhou
1. Guangji Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By paulette c
An absolutely beautiful marvel of human ability ~ part of this magnificent and historic bridge is connected by boats. Fascinating. There is a theory that says if you went to Chaozhou without visiting the bridge, you cannot say that you have been to Chaozhou and it is so true!
A must see!
2. Kaiyuan Temple
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Khiam Yeong H - Singapore, Singapore
The temple appears to be built in two phases - an ancient phase with a recent extension. The stone carvings in the ancient portion appears eroded but still are magnificent.
The temple opens into many courtyards which leads to other worship spaces. We were there for about three hours just taking photos and soaking in the atmosphere I have a suspicion we did not visit all the courtyards.
Please take note that photography is not allowed in certain pets of the temple.
3. Ancient City Wall of Chaozhou
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By JoeCool_KL - Kuala Lumpur
A must visit when in Chaozhou. The wall and the city within is interesting. Lots of shops selling local stuff and shops selling food stuff and souvenirs. The arches on the street represent each person from the city that managed to pass their exams to join the imperial palace.
Walking towards the gate of the walk, you will come to the Hanjiang river where there is a nice boulevard to walk along the river. There is also a bridge to cross the river.
4. Han Wen Gong Temple
Overall Ratings
4 based on 25 reviews
Built in 1189 on a hill overlooking the river to respectfully commemorate a Tang dynasty philosopher and philanthropist (Han Yu) who was exiled from Xi'an to Chaozhou for eight months.
5. Chaozhou Arch Street
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By AndrewYew - Singapore, Singapore
This street has a big number of arches commemorating the outstanding people who has contributed to the city and people. Many of them are scholars who have excelled at the imperial examinations. Since it is located inside the ancient city, you will probably pass by it. If you have the time, you can probably find out what they did. That would be more meaningful.
6. West Lake
Overall Ratings
4 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By imdarkside - Clemson, South Carolina
Rated this three rather than a four because it is nice place to visit but would not go out of my way to come here. It is peaceful and scenic but if you come from the other side of the world it is one of those places you can skip.
7. Chaozhou Binjiang Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By WhoppeR2015 - Asia
A Must go. One of the main tourist attraction one must go when visiting Chao Zhou. Well worth a visit!
8. Hanjiang River
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By JoeCool_KL - Kuala Lumpur
Hanjiang River is the river that most overseas Chinese ancestors would have sailed down from their villages towards Shantou port and thereafter, sailed towards countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore etc. So the river has significance for the overseas Chinese.
This is a nice river to visit and walk along the boulevard here in Chaozhou. Located just outside the Walled City of Chaozhou, you can also walk across the Guangji Bridge located over this river.
9. Chaozhou Changli Old Office
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Khiam Yeong H - Singapore, Singapore
As the title suggests, the restoration felt poor to me as the finishes looks modern. I am no historian so I might not be right.
This is a long stretch of road with shops lining both sides, which makes this place looks touristy. However there are a lot of good food which to me, makes up for the poor restoration.
10. Guangji Gate Tower
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By AndrewYew - Singapore, Singapore
The gate is one of the entrance to the ancient city. The old city is very interesting and a trishaw ride is recommended. There are many old houses with intricate decorations and carvings. There is also a street with many arches commemorating the scholars of days past.
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