Of the ten must-see attractions in Guangzhou, only nine places can be regarded as a trip to Guangzhou.

Speaking of Guangzhou, what is your first impression? Is it Yangcheng, Huacheng, an international metropolis or the economic center of South China? In fact, no matter what kind of city it is, Guangzhou is a city that China people must visit at least once in their lives.

Here, let Beidou introduce you to the top ten scenic spots in Guangzhou. I hope you don't miss these places.

I. Guang Zhouta

Guang Zhouta, also known as Guangzhou New TV Tower, nicknamed Xiaoman Waist, with a total height of 600 meters, is the tallest building in Guangzhou and one of the top ten most beautiful modern buildings in China. Everyone who comes to Guangzhou will come here to take photos and punch in. It is a symbol of a city, a business card of a city, and shows its personality, image and taste.

In Guang Zhouta, you can visit freely, overlook the beautiful scenery of Guangzhou on the 488 photography viewing platform and take wonderful moments; Learn about the world outside China in Baiyun starry sky sightseeing hall; On the 450 viewing platform, witness the surging clouds, the rising sun and the setting sun; You can also take the Ferris wheel around Guang Zhouta and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Guangzhou. You can also walk up the stairs, slowly change your angle and orientation in a spiral way, and feel different scenery and artistic conception.

In Guang Zhouta, there are cinemas and popular science museums, which reveal the rainwater recovery system and wind power generation system for you, and how Guang Zhouta can resist strong winds and shocks. Here, not only products, but also technology and future are displayed.

Besides sightseeing and entertainment, you can also taste local food in Guang Zhouta. There are Lotus French Revolving Restaurant, Huiyuexuan Chinese Restaurant, Xuan Ji Mediterranean Cafe, Chopsticks Club Restaurant, Air Bar, Bread House and Leisure Station in the tower. Tired, you can enjoy yourself in these places and have a pleasant leisure time.

In addition, it is very pleasant to see Guang Zhouta outdoors, especially at night. It is colorful and dreamlike, as if it were a girl who just woke up, which is fascinating. Where to go tonight? I'll wait for you in the Pearl River!

Address: No.222, Yuejiang West Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou

Second, Baiyun Mountain

Yangcheng shouxiu

Baiyun Mountain is one of the famous mountains in South Guangdong, consisting of more than 30 peaks. It has been a famous scenic spot since ancient times, such as Pujian Li Anquan, Baiyun Wang Wan and Jingtai Sanggui. In ancient times, it was included in the eight scenic spots of Yangcheng and had a good reputation.

Baiyun Mountain covers a huge area and is divided into seven areas: Land Rover, Heyiling, Mingchun Valley, Mingzhu Building, Fei 'eling, Santaishan and Moxingling. There are three largest gardens in China, followed by Yuntai Garden, the largest garden in China. The largest natural birdcage in China is Spring Valley; The largest sculpture theme park in China-Sculpture Park.

Tiannan first peak

Moxingling, named Biyun Peak, is the highest peak of Baiyun Mountain, and it is also a landmark attraction of Baiyun Mountain. There is a new archway on the mountain, which is the only ancient archway in Baiyun Mountain. Now it has become a beautiful scenery. When you climb Mount Moxing, you can not only enjoy the wonderful scenery, but also overlook the magnificent scenery of Guangzhou.

A mountain is surrounded by beautiful water, and the sound of waves is hidden in the middle of the mountain.

Land Rover Lake, also known as Jinyechi, is one of the three major reservoirs in Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area and one of the four artificial lakes in Guangzhou. There are mixed forests such as Pinus massoniana, eucalyptus and acacia in the lake area, and there is a pavilion in the middle of the lake, where you can go boating and fishing for fun.

Mingchun Valley, located between the first peak of Tiannan and Jiulongquan, is a great surprise of Baiyun Mountain. There are many scenic spots, such as natural birdcage, colorful parrot paradise, butterfly viewing pavilion, popular science museum, Baiyun Wangxiao and so on. There are blue peacocks, white peacocks, red-crowned cranes, golden pheasants, white-crowned pheasants and other rare birds, which are perfectly combined with nature and placed in it, as if they were deeper into the cicada forest.

Address: No.801,Guangyuan Middle Road, Tonghe Street, Baiyun District, Guangzhou.

Third, the sand surface

Shamian once had a nice name-Shicuizhou, which is a sandbar formed by the Pearl River alluvial. It is said that it was originally connected with the land. After the Second Opium War, the British and French powers took a fancy to the geographical location here and wanted to use it as a base. So the British forced the Qing government to artificially dig a stream (now Shajiyong) in the north of Shamian to separate it from the land, and the island became an independent concession, which is now Shamian Island.

International Museum of Architecture

Although the name of the island is Shamian, there is no beach on the island, but there are a lot of European-style buildings, just like the Bund in Shanghai, with Gothic, Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, eclecticism and other styles of buildings, which can be called Guangzhou's and is the most exotic paradise in Guangzhou.

Shamian was once an important commercial port in Guangzhou. A hundred years ago, more than a dozen countries set up consulates here, and nine foreign banks and more than 40 commercial banks operated here. At that time, the Customs Club and Guangzhou Club were established one after another. Shamian witnessed the changes of modern Guangzhou and became a microcosm of modern Guangzhou.

Every old building on Shamian Island is a history and a story. There is the first White Swan Hotel in China and the first five-star hotel in China. Later, many restaurants and coffee shops opened one after another, and their shapes and colors were perfectly integrated with these classical buildings, becoming a resort for punching cards.

Besides historical buildings and cultural sites, Shamian Island has many Guangzhou cuisines and traditional cultures. There are special foods such as Guangdong morning tea, as well as many traditional handicrafts such as ceramics and sculptures, which can satisfy your curiosity to explore Guangzhou's history and culture.

Address: No.3 Shamian South Street, Liwan District, Guangzhou

Fourth, Yuexiu Park.

Among hundreds of parks in Guangzhou, Yuexiu Park is the largest comprehensive park and one of the earliest parks in Guangzhou.

The park consists of Yuejinggang, the main peak of Yuexiu Mountain, seven hills such as Guihuagang, Mukegang and Li Yugang nearby, and three artificial lakes such as Beixiu, Nanxiu and Dongxiu. The garden is full of beautiful scenery, birds and flowers, pavilions and Langfang pavilions, which are full of the unique style of Lingnan gardens.

Guchuting

In addition to the beautiful natural scenery, Yuexiu Park has many places of interest, including zhenhai tower, the ancient city wall, Sifangbao, Sun Yat-sen Monument, Sun Yat-sen's Reading Room Monument, Wu Tomb, Ming Shaowu Guojun Tomb, Sailor Pavilion, Wuyang Stone Carving, Wuyang Legend Sculpture Group, Spherical Water Tower and other attractions, as well as a stone archway in Qing Dynasty with four Chinese characters engraved on it.

Yuejinggang is the highest point in Yuexiu Mountain. Although the altitude is not high, the scenery is excellent. The king of Nanyue in the Western Han Dynasty once planted exotic flowers and herbs on the mountain and gave a big banquet to his ministers. After the Song Dynasty, Guangzhou was a famous place to climb the Range Rover. Yuexiu Mountain is among the eight scenic spots in Yangcheng in the past dynasties, such as Yuetai Qiuyue, YueSongtao and Xiu Xiu.

There are ancient Ming city walls in the park, which have experienced more than 600 years of wind and rain, and pieces of blue bricks bear the imprint of history. Zhenhai tower, also known as Wanghai Building, has five floors and is the commanding height of the park. You can enjoy the panoramic view of Guangzhou from a distance.

Address: No.988 Jiefang North Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou

V. Sacred Heart Cathedral of Stone

The Sacred Heart Cathedral of Shishi was built in 1863 with a history of 25 years, and was completed in 1888. It is the most magnificent Catholic church in Guangzhou with a history of 130 years.

Four stone gothic churches

The Sacred Heart Cathedral of Shishi is 35 meters wide from east to west and 78 meters long from north to south, with a total area of more than 2,700 square meters. It is one of the most spectacular Gothic buildings with twin towers in China, and it is also called Notre Dame, Westminster Abbey and Cologne Abbey.

There are ten huge stone pillars on the left and right sides of the church, and the shape of the arch enhances the momentum of the whole church. The hall is high in the middle and low on both sides, with undulating curves, creating a solemn religious atmosphere. There are flower windows on the walls around the front door and lattice windows, and the stained glass windows are painted with Bible stories, which looks very classical.

From the appearance, each stone pillar of the stone chamber is made of a whole piece of granite, with perfect stone surface and accurate tenon. The stone is made of sticky rice paste with tung oil, which looks magnificent and awe-inspiring.

In addition to the aesthetic feeling of the building, the environment here is also beautiful, surrounded by flowers and trees. Whether you believe in religion or not, this is a place to rest and relax, which can calm your mind, abandon your troubles and return to your original heart.

Address: No.56 Jiufuqian, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou

Six, Taikoo Cang

Taikoocang, the white shell of Guangzhou population, was built in 1904 ~ 1908. It was invested and built by Swire Company of England. It is called Taikoo Cang, which is the dock warehouse of Swire Shipping Company in Britain, so it has a history of 1 10 years.

During the period of the Republic of China (1928-1933), that is, during Chen's rule in Guangdong, Taikoocang Wharf was rebuilt and expanded, with the construction of Neiyi Wharf (seven warehouses in Taikoocang today), Berths 1 and 2, Bridge 3 Berths (three T-shaped docks in Taikoocang today) and Neier Wharf (Osaka Warehouse today). Taikoocang was a perfect and advanced storage terminal in the world at that time.

With the development of urban economy, the need of urban construction and the trend of large-scale marine ships, loading and unloading operations by pulling people aboard are gradually eliminated. With the cargo ship Shuangning No.5 leaving the bridge on June 6th, 2007, Taikoocang officially bid farewell to the loading and unloading history of the wharf and became a desolate place.

Since then, Taikoo Cang has adapted to the development and opportunities of the city, and has become the first batch of old dock warehouses in Guangzhou, and it has regained its vitality. Taikoocang has become one of the birthplaces of Guangzhou's night economy and a place where young people gather. There are various Chinese and western restaurants and bars, film library, international wine purchasing center, creative studio, exhibition library, yacht wharf and so on. It has become a cultural and creative resort integrating cultural creativity, exhibition, sightseeing and entertainment.

Riverside city living room

Taikoocang Wharf can meet all your needs. You can stand on the dock and overlook the passing fishing boats. In the outdoor teahouse, there is a slight sea breeze blowing; Drink in the bar and enjoy the wonderful notes; Eat in the air and wait for the sunset. This is not only a romantic punching place, but also a place in Guangzhou.

Address: Singer Road 124, Haizhu District, Guangzhou

7. Baishui Village.

Magnificent jade on the Tropic of Cancer

Baishui Village, with its high mountains and dense forests, fresh air, strange peaks and rocks, and Lingquan Waterfall, is a mountain-type scenic spot, famous for its waterfall with the largest drop in China and the highest negative ion content in Guangzhou, so it is known as.

In Baishui Village Scenic Area, there is the only hydrophilic plank road made of sea wood in China, and the longest hiking trail in Guangdong-the first ladder on Tiannan Mountain. There are infinite scenery along the way, including log cabins, Xianlin, Huixian Bridge, Shuanglong Club, Waterfall Terrace, Narcissus Waterfall Terrace, Pro Waterfall Terrace, Wooden Waterfall Terrace and Xiangutang, which is a scenic spot close to nature.

Narcissus falls

Is the core of the scenic spot, there is a waterfall from the top of the mountain more than 800 meters above sea level, with a drop of 428.5 meters, just like a graceful fairy, holding hands in vain, dancing, beautiful in the sun.

Tiannan first ladder

It is the name card of the scenic spot, spanning three mountains from the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain, with nine thousand nine hundred and ninety-nine steps. The whole mountain climbing road is divided into six sections, namely, seeking immortality, enjoying scenery, overcoming difficulties, range rover, warrior and climbing to the top. The meanings are as follows.

Every time you climb a step, there are surprises; Every time I board the observation deck, it is a picture scroll. The most beautiful scenery is always given to those who insist; The most beautiful surprises are always reserved for the most persevering people. Green mountains and green waters, birds and flowers, Baishui Village is really where the fairy sister lives.

Address: No.74 Beishan Road, Paitan Town, Zengcheng District, Guangzhou

Eight, Chen ancestral hall

Hezu temple

Chen's Ancestral Hall, also known as Chen's Academy, was built by Chen in Guangdong during Guangxu period of Qing Dynasty, providing temporary residence for Chen's children to go to the provincial capital to prepare for the imperial examination, pay taxes, litigation and business activities.

Nan Chen Bei kong

In traditional clan architecture, Chen refers to Chenjia Temple and Kong refers to Qufu Confucius House. The Chenjia Ancestral Temple faces south, with a spacious square and four courtyards in the east, west, north and south. The main building of the ancestral hall is 80 meters long and 80 meters wide, arranged in a square. It adopts beam-lifting structure with staggered layout of three axes, three entrances, nine halls and eight corridors. Strict design, clear priorities, clear at a glance.

The Pearl of Lingnan Architectural Art

Judging from the scale of traditional buildings, Chenjia Ancestral Hall is the largest traditional building in Guangfu, and it is also the most well-preserved and exquisite ancestral hall-style building, which is known as. This ancestral temple is a masterpiece of Lingnan architectural technology. Almost all halls, courtyards, halls, corridors, doors, windows, railings, walls, roofs and beams have adopted the Lingnan characteristics of three sculptures, two sculptures, one casting and one painting, that is, wood carving, brick carving, stone carving, pottery sculpture, gray carving, copper and iron casting and painted murals are perfectly integrated. It is a masterpiece in the history of Lingnan architectural technology.

Judging from the content of craft modeling, Chenjia Ancestral Hall is famous for its exquisiteness and magnificence. In addition to traditional decorations such as carvings and objects, the gray plastic of the roof is bright red and green, which attracts attention. In addition to traditional patterns such as Fu Lushou, pine crane and bamboo, fame and fortune, there are also some well-known legends and historical stories, which fully represent the highest level of grey sculpture in Lingnan.

Chenjia Ancestral Temple, which has experienced ups and downs and changes of the times, is not only a traditional ancestral temple, but also an exquisite art museum, a cultural precipitation of the years and a unique Lingnan style poem!

Address: No.34, Enlongli, Zhongshan Seventh Road, Liwan District, Guangzhou

Nine, Tianhou Palace

Speaking of Guangzhou, what is your first impression? Xiaomanyao, Baiyun Mountain, Shamian, or the night view of the Pearl River? In fact, in addition to traditional scenic spots, there is also a Tianhou Palace in Nansha, Guangzhou, which is adjacent to the Pearl River Estuary, facing Humen across the sea, surrounded by mountains and waters, and covered with trees.

Tianhou Palace, also known as Mazu Tempel, is dedicated to Maureen, the sea god of the southern coastal people. Tianhou Palace is built on the mountain, which is divided into main hall, sacrificial hall, sleeping hall, Nansha building, bell tower and drum tower, and release pond.

After entering the park, you will first come to Tianhou Elephant Square. The most striking is the Mazu stone statue, which is as high as 14.5 meters. Mazu is elegant and natural, holding Ruyi in his right hand and gently holding it in his left hand, which is both gentle and graceful. There are incense burners beside the square for tourists to worship, make wishes and pray, and pilgrims are in an endless stream.

Nanling Building is 45 meters high and has eight floors. It is the tallest attic building here. It was built at the end of the Tianhou Palace to commemorate the sea god Maureen. Different from tower buildings with odd numbers, Nanling Tower is even, because there is an unwritten folk custom, that is, men's singles and women's doubles. Therefore, in Tianhou Palace, steps, ripples and couplets are all even.

There is also Dajiaoshan Fort on the mountain in the scenic spot, which stands on the west bank of Humen, facing Dongguan Shajiao Fort across the river and guarding the exit of Humen Waterway, forming a solid defense line of Humen Fortress. Although it has been abandoned now, we can still vaguely find bullet marks and residual walls. It has become a base for patriotic education and an example for us to learn!

Address: No.88, Tianhou Road, Nansha District, Guangzhou

Shawan ancient town

Lingnan Museum of Folk Architecture and Art

Shawan Ancient Town, founded in the Southern Song Dynasty, is an ancient Lingnan cultural town with a history of more than 800 years. At first, it was just a small fishing village. Since the end of the Song Dynasty, relying on convenient rivers, it has gradually flourished and become a well-known commercial distribution center. Today, there are still many ancient buildings with Lingnan style, which are called "Lingnan".

After more than 800 years of precipitation, Shawan ancient town has preserved a large number of material and cultural heritages, including ancestral halls, temples and other ancient buildings and commercial and residential sites, mainly including Liugengtang, Wenfeng Pagoda, the ancient town study, the agricultural life museum, Qingshuijing and Yan Hui Hegong Temple, as well as stone steps, stone alleys, oyster shell walls and bell houses with Lingnan characteristics.

Liugengtang is the largest ancestral hall in Shawan ancient town and a typical representative of Lingnan ancestral hall. It is the ancestral hall of the He family in Shawan from the early stage to the fifth generation. The ancestral hall was built in the Yuan Dynasty, and has been expanded and rebuilt many times in the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties, with a construction area of more than 3,000 square meters. The Liugeng Hall is a five-opening and five-entering format with a symmetrical central axis, which is a typical representative of ancient buildings in Lingnan. In particular, the carving techniques here are particularly rich, and woodcarving, stone carving and brick carving can be seen everywhere, showing the highest technology of Lingnan architecture.

Heshisan steet

Shawan is not only rich in material heritage, but also retains many intangible cultural heritages, such as Guangdong music, gone with the wind, dragons and lions, orchids, food and other long-standing folk arts and folk culture. Famous musicians (He Liutang, He Shaoxia) composed famous music songs such as "Rain Beats Banana" and "Sailong Won Gold", which had a far-reaching impact on the development of Guangdong music, and Shawan became one of the most active areas in Guangdong history. Today, there are still three halls, Luo Qingtang and other places of interest related to Guangdong music in the ancient town, which reflects the status and inheritance of Shawan in the development of Guangdong music.

In addition, the scenery of the ancient town is also very good, with small bridges and trees. Especially when night falls, red lanterns light up in the night sky and are reflected on the water, giving people a feeling of home, which is particularly warm. If you encounter troubles in your life, if you feel tired at work, you can come to this quiet ancient town to vent on weekends.

Address: No.64 Daxiangyong Road, Shawan Street, Panyu District, Guangzhou