Revered as the economical and political epicentre of Guangdong Province, Guangzhou holds the distinct honour of being the capital of this intriguing corner of the Chinese republic. Occupying the shores of the South China Sea’s Pearl River, this prominent port town is also a gateway to Macau. Frequented by travellers from around the globe Guangzhou is a treasure trove of cultural attractions and engaging activities. Those who are heading to this curios region of China would be well-advised to keep the following guidelines and tips in mind to make the most of their holiday in Guangzhou.

As one of China’s most cosmopolitan cities, Guangzhou is a modern day metropolis in every sense of the term and direct flights to and from global epicentres such as London, Los Angeles, Paris, Amsterdam, Vancouver, Melbourne, Sydney and Asian hotspots such as Singapore, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur are available here. Travelling within Guangzhou is also no hassle as the city is home to a modern subway network and has a timely fleet of buses, trains and taxi services at one’s disposal.

A treasure trove for foodies and gourmet food lovers, Guangzhou is the heartland of Cantonese cuisine. Visitors therefore must sample local delicacies in popular eateries in areas such as the Liwan District, Dongshan District, West Jiangnan Road and Yuexiu District. With the largest number of restaurants per capita in all of China, the city is a dream come true for those with a curios pallet.

Shopaholics and bargain hunters on the other hand must venture down Shifu Road, Shangxiajiu Road and Beijing Road to shop in the chic malls of the city. Wende Road is a souvenir hub for tourists while other retail highlights include the Baima Clothes Market, the Teemall and World Trade Mall.
As for nightlife the three famed bar streets in the city should not be missed as Huanshi Road, Baietan and Yanjiang Road each cater to different tastes in night time distractions.

Nature lovers can hike up White Cloud Mountain, Shunde Xiqiao Hill and Nankunshan Forest Park while one day and three day city sightseeing tours are available through local operators.

Travellers in search of a luxury service apartment in Guangzhou should look no further than Ascott IFC Guangzhou aparthotel. Providing guests with a Guangzhou serviced apartment that is ideal for holidaymakers and corporate guests, this stylish rest offers comfort and security for long term and short stay visitors.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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