About this experience
This route includes places that will help you truly get to know Guangzhou and discover the vibrant facets of Guangdong Province. Immerse yourself in Chinese traditions and admire the unique carvings at the Chen Clan Academy, marvel at the harmonious landscapes of Lotus Mountain, and then learn about the modern realities of the metropolis amidst the skyscrapers at Huacheng Square.
What to Expect
History and Traditions of the Chen Clan Academy
Discovering Guangzhou logically begins with its main symbol - the Chen Clan Academy. You will explore this fantastic complex from the outside and inside: unique 19th-century buildings, wooden carvings, statues of river gods, images depicting folk legends, and ceremonial halls. I will help you understand the nuances of southern Chinese architecture and grasp important cultural and philosophical aspects of the Celestial Empire through its details.
Scenery of Lotus Mountain
After exploring the picturesque corners of Guangzhou, we will head to Lotus Mountain - a picturesque urban park that combines Chinese architectural traditions with marvelous natural landscapes. You will admire the Lotus rocks, observe the red fish in the ponds, see the former lighthouse, and the world's tallest statue of Buddha - Guanyin. In an authentic temple, we will discuss why the lotus is considered a traditional symbol of Buddhism, talk about the city's history and its magnificent park.
Guangzhou Today
To complete your understanding of the city, we will see how Guangzhou lives here and now at Huacheng Square. You will discover the facets of the modern city: see the famous TV tower, opera house, city library, and the peaks of skyscrapers. Interesting facts about life in 21st-century Guangzhou will complement the urban picture.
Organizational Details
The tour includes: transfer along the route, lunch (local dish + fresh seafood), tickets to attractions, mineral water.
For transit travelers
Attention! If you have a layover in China of less than 24 hours + arrival and departure from the same terminal, you will not be issued a transit visa and will not be allowed into the city (unfortunately, these are the rules at present). Therefore, in this situation, you will not be able to join the excursion.
