DISCOVER GUANGZHOU

Guangzhou is well known for its year-round lush-green trees and blooming flowers due to its sub-tropical climate. There are various worthy local attractions and tourist spots around the city that will make perfect choices for spending your holidays. Strategically located in the cultural center of Guangzhou on historic Shamian Island, we are pleased to arrange your visits to the many surrounding attractions. 

Guangzhou is well known for its year-round lush-green trees and blooming flowers due to its sub-tropical climate. There are various worthy local attractions and tourist spots around the city that will make perfect choices for spending your holidays. Strategically located in the cultural center of Guangzhou on historic Shamian Island, we are pleased to arrange your visits to the many surrounding attractions. 

Museum by the Lizhiwan River near White Swan Hotel

LIZHIWAN RIVER

An old saying reminds us that not long ago, Guangzhou was a city with numerous waterways and canals, with a rich culture developed along the banks of the Pearl River and which for centuries made up much of the city’s charm.

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Distant view of the Guangzhou Tower near White Swan Hotel

GUANGZHOU TOWER

The highest TV Tower in the world, it is located on the new city axis and offers a panoramic view of Guangzhou city. Canton Tower is not only the launch tower for TV signals, but has also a sightseeing platform, dining venues and other functions.

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Exterior view of Guangzhou Opera House near White Swan Hotel

GUANGZHOU OPERA HOUSE

Designed by Zaha Hadid, a renowned international architect, the Opera House is as important as the Beijing National Theatre and the Shanghai Theatre. 

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Exterior view of Guangdong Museum near White Swan Hotel

GUANGDONG MUSEUM

The new Guangdong Museum features a traditional Chinese courtyard motif as a “lacquer box”. It is a larger-scale showcase of Lingnan’s culture, natural resources and science.

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The Xinghai Concert Hall near White Swan Hotel

THE XINGHAI CONCERT HALL

Named after Xian Xinghai, a renowned Chinese composer, and located in Ersha Island, it consists of a symphony hall with 1500 seats, a chamber music hall, a floating stage and a musical fountain. 

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Exterior of Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall near White Swan Hotel

SUN YAT-SEN MEMORIAL HALL

Designed by reputable Chinese architect Lu Yanzhi and sponsored by many overseas Chinese and Guangzhou citizens, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's Memorial Hall is a major national cultural relic of Guangdong Province commemorating the great forerunner of the Chinese revolution. 

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Shamian European Style Buildings near White Swan Hotel

SHAMIAN EUROPEAN STYLE BUILDINGS

The leafy oasis of Shamian Island, which was acquired as a foreign concession in 1859 after the two Opium Wars, is a peaceful respite from the city. Back in 19th century, the British and French were granted permission to set up their warehouses on this “sand surface island”.

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