Shamian Island, Guangzhou

We are first timers trippers in Guangzhou. We head straight to Shamian Island. A little solemn and chill out community in the city of Guangzhou with great European architecture and mixed with Chinese culture. Regardless of the large number of tourists roaming around and the busy streets, the island maintained their exclusive serenity. The houses, shops and not-so-tall buildings around the island are obviously inspired by the Westerners. The roads on some part of the island are cobblestones. I think I've seen one of the coolest Starbucks too on this island. On one corner of it, near the river, you will see a huge number of locals performing wing-chun (that Kungfu taught by Master IP to Bruce Lee), some are doing tai-chi, and some are chorus singing. A lot of statues scattered around the park. Very Instagramable. Selfie-friendly. There's tons of restaurants to choose from when you get hungry, but I strongly suggest go to Macau Restaurant for they serve really, really good food. Give it a visit. I'm sure you'll like it. #themeparks #themepark #wheninguangzhou #travelguide #ancientlandmark #europeanarchitecture #themepark