Sha Mian

Coming to Shamian Island feels exotic, and all kinds of foreign buildings are very contemporary! Slowly taste the changes of history in the past few decades and nearly a hundred years! Walking on the stone road in the sand, breathing the fresh air on the island! On the right is the Pearl River water and on the left is the big banyan tree! It's so comfortable!

Shamian is a famous tourist area, scenic area and leisure resort in Guangzhou. The following are the details about Shamian: • Geographical location: • Shamian Tourism Area is located on the north bank of Baietan, Pearl River, Liwan District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province. It is an oval island with an area of 0.3 square kilometers. • Historical background: • Shamian was originally a sandbar formed by the alluvial accumulation of the Pearl River. It was early called Zhongliusand and Shicuizhou. From Song to Qing Dynasty, it was a major foreign trade in Guangzhou. After the Opium War, the Qing government was forced to agree to "rent" the sand to British and French imperialism, and the area became the British and French concessions and changed its current name. • Architectural Features: • Shamian Island has more than 150 European-style buildings, of which 42 have outstanding Baroque, Gothic, eclectic, neoclassical and Chinese and Western style buildings, which are the most exotic European buildings in Guangzhou. • Shamian is thus called the "open-air museum", witnessing the changes in modern history of Guangzhou, and has become a microcosm of modern history and concession history of China. • Natural environment: • There are 137 ancient trees and famous trees in Shamian Island, of which 68 ancient eucalyptus trees are ancient eucalyptus trees, and the others are eucalyptus and other tree species. Two trees more than 300 years old, 40 trees more than 200 years old, 95 trees more than 100 years old. • Opening hours and tickets: • Shamian is open all day, it is recommended to play for 3 hours, and tickets are free. • Transportation information: • Bus line: You can take No. 823 (11 stops) at Guangzhou Railway Station Terminal to the Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Station and walk about 110 meters to Shamian Island. Other lines are 181, 64, 823, 57, 75, 217 A, 281, 81,217, 541. • Metro Line: Take Metro Line 1 to Huangsha Station Exit D opposite the overpass, and walk for about 10 minutes after leaving the station. • Cultural significance: • Shamian was once an important business center in Guangzhou. After a hundred years, more than ten countries have established consulates in Shamian, nine foreign banks and more than 40 foreign banks have operated in Shamian. With its unique European style and rich historical and cultural background, Shamian has become a business card in Guangzhou, attracting many tourists to visit.

a very relax place to walk around and photo shooting. there are many interesting place for your photo shooting. when feel tired, can take a rest at nearby cafe before continue walking around.

Visited the famous European town at night after dinner. I am surprised by how quiet the town is, giving off a peaceful and serene feel. Almost as if i am walking through the halls of stamford university. Great hangout for couples and families looking for a reteat.

Walking through the island, I admired the beautiful European-style buildings, which reflect its historical significance as a former foreign concession. The gardens and open spaces are perfect for a leisurely stroll, with locals practicing tai chi and children playing. I also enjoyed the quaint cafes and shops housed in these historic buildings.

The Shamian Island is like a mini Europe in Guangzhou, China, with an “Asian influence”.Cute bronze statues depict life and culture of the golden era on the island, showcasing Chinese and western trends and way of living in a fun, quirky way.

Shamian Island is a beautiful place, the building is very distinctive, very suitable for outside shooting, men, women, young and old like it, come, never regret it.

Remember Guangzhou!! You can spend a whole day here and take good photos... When you come to Guangzhou, don't miss Shamian European-style architecture + river view + authentic food + museum one-day tour citywalk guide is here~ Recommended routes: Cultural Park (subway station) → Thirteen Hongs Museum Guangdong Customs → People's Bridge → Shamian Island Roundabout Walk → Huangsha (subway station) [Thirteen Hongs Museum] Witness the glorious foreign trade history of Guangzhou, with rich and exquisite exhibits, and feel a wave of wealth [Guangdong Customs] There are different beauties during the day and at night [People's Bridge] The corner of the stairs on the bridge is a classic photo-taking position + overlooking the river view [Shamian] Recommended tour route Shamian South Street ﹣ Shamian Main Street ﹣ Shamian North Street along the road check-in points South Street √ Shamian Park, the atmosphere is very chill, you can also blow the wind of the Pearl River, and look across the White Swan Lake Greater Bay Area Art Center Lan Kwai Fong's Cuizhou Garden Branch. This is also the old site of the French Concession Garden, with its own romantic genes, just opposite the Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum, built in the late Qing Dynasty. It is the childhood light of the old Guangzhou people, and it is often packed! Many old Guangzhou people love to come here~ (You can eat Thai food + Cantonese food at the same time, which can satisfy the tastes of different people. The ingredients are fresh and the taste is good. I eat it with relish every time. The following are the dishes I ordered no less than 3 times: / Curry Chicken / Tom Yum Soup / Spinach Fried Rice / Braised Pigeon) Real Voice Photography Guide, save it quickly Shamian Island, Liwan District, Guangzhou Free Great Photo Spots: Cat Shit Coffee: The former site of the French Police Station, which retains some of the original appearance of the British and French Police Stations Cafe Fleur: Formerly the site of the French Bank of Oriental Investment and Corporate, the exterior wall is very beautiful! McDonald's: Retro McDonald's, the decoration continues the European style, a popular check-in spot Starbucks: I would like to call it the most beautiful Starbucks. The former site is the French Mission Building, Tiffany's In Arcade Painting: Picasso's legacy exhibition, free to visit HSBC's former site: In the Shamian building complex, I heard that it is often used as a location for wedding photos Taiwan Bank's former site: A yellow-based building, very retro and bright Guangdong Foreign Affairs Museum: You can make an appointment in advance to visit the museum on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays