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Xihewan Hakka Cultural Tourism Industrial Park
Xihewan Hakka Cultural Tourism Industrial Park, a national 4A-level tourist attraction, is located in Yonghe Town, Xingning City, Meizhou, Guangdong Province. Spanning 11,725 acres, this comprehensive cultural tourism destination celebrates Hakka culture, lantern traditions, and last name heritage through diverse offerings including sightseeing, hotel stays, and specialty dining. The park's iconic landmark is its Guinness World Record-holding lantern-shaped museum—a 7-story, 36-meter-tall structure showcasing Xingning lanterns alongside regional and international displays, highlighting Xingning's reputation as the lantern capital. Cultural highlights include ancient Hakka dwellings, a marriage and lantern sculpture corridor, farming and scholarly heritage sites, maternal education displays, poetry squares, and the Zhuangyuan Bridge—all celebrating Hakka virtues of diligence and reverence for education. The Last Name Pavilion Garden offers insights into China's profound surname and pavilion culture. Scenic spots like Hundred Blessings Embankment, Swan Waterfall, Lovers' Valley, and Wetland Park provide breathtaking views. Additional facilities include film and wedding photography bases, wedding banquet venues, wellness retreats, business conference centers, team-building spaces, and birthday party venues, with future plans for sports centers, hot spring facilities, and premium health resorts.Xingning · 9.7 km from downtown
Huoshan Scenic Area
Huoshan is one of the seven famous mountains in Guangdong. It is a typical Danxia landform. It is famous for its steep red cliffs and strange rocks. If you go there in the early morning, you can also see the mist-shrouded scenery here, which is very spectacular. Of course, the long and breathtaking cliff glass plank road in the scenic spot is not to be missed. Huoshan is not very high. Starting from the foot of the mountain, it takes about 4 hours to go back and forth. The wine pot stone, Lingshan Temple and Yixiantian are popular spots in the scenic spot. The glass plank road on the cliff is also a must-see. A line of sky consists of two steep stone walls. When the sun shines down through the narrow gap between the two peaks, it is interesting to look up at the sky.Longchuan · 24.2 km from Xingning
Chimelong Safari Park
Dive into a wildlife paradise and explore over 500 global treasures, a place where you can connect with nature like never before! Encounter the world's only panda triplets, Australia's cuddly koalas, South Africa's playful meerkats, Thailand's majestic Asian elephants, and the endangered Malayan tapirs of Southeast Asia. The Park offers two unique wildlife experiences: embark on a self-drive safari across continents or stroll along tours that bring you up close to nature's stars. Capture moments with giant pandas munching on bamboo, snap selfies with snoozing koalas, or watch tigers roam rocky terrains. Don't forget to elevate your visit with cable cars for panoramic views of flamingo flocks and lion prides. Chimelong Safari Park is a great place for animal lovers, families, and anyone looking for a fun and educational day out. With its impressive variety of animals and unique experiences, it's a must-visit spot in Guangzhou! ▲ Say hi to Mongooses ▲Panda. Meet the one and only triplets! ▲ Lizard ▲Tiger.You can observe tigers at every stage of their growth: newborn babies, month-olds and adults ▲ Takin (Budorcas Taxicolor),one of China's Big Three animal icons. The other two are panda and snub-nosed monkey ▲ Flamingos ▲Your self-drive adventurewinds through different types of landscape and comes out of the East African grassland to call it a dayChina · Guangzhou
Hot Mineral Mud Hot Spring Resort
The Hot Mineral Mud Hot Spring Resort is a national AAA-level tourist Attraction and a unique tourist destination in China that has both hot springs and hot mineral mud. The resort covers an area of about 400 acres and mainly includes four parts: a comprehensive commercial center, a tourist service center, a hot spring mud bath area, and a hot spring villa area. The park is full of flowers and plants, surrounded by mountains and waters, and has complete facilities. It takes hot spring mud bath culture as its service theme and provides diversified services such as recuperation, entertainment, leisure, accommodation, Dining, and conferences. Room Service: Currently, there are 9 villas and 109 guest rooms in the hot spring villa area, which can accommodate more than 200 people. There are five types of rooms in the villa area, including standard king-size bed room, standard twin-bed room, standard suite, superior suite and deluxe suite. The guest rooms are elegantly decorated, warm and comfortable, and all the supplies and furniture are brand new. There is a back garden and an independent hot spring pool behind each villa. In your spare time, you can enjoy tea and hot spring bathing here and feel the comfortable experience brought by the hot spring shower; there are 4 types of rooms on the 3rd floor of the comprehensive commercial building, including deluxe king-size bed room, deluxe twin-bed room, business (entertainment) suite and presidential suite, with a total of 11 rooms. The guest rooms are ingeniously built with luxurious space, details are considered, and space is continued, so that both functions and living quality are combined. The quality space hides all the beauty of life. Everything starts from the "heart". This is not just a place for a short stay, but also a place for you to participate and experience. Restaurant service: The comprehensive business center is the main dining area of the resort. The comprehensive business center has four floors. The first floor is a buffet restaurant, and the second floor is a banquet hall and private rooms. There are mainly 5 private rooms, 4 small private rooms, and 1 large private room that can accommodate 20 people. The restaurant can currently accommodate 360 people at the same time. The meeting room on the third floor can accommodate about 200 people at the same time. The restaurant mainly serves Hakka farmhouse dishes. With the purpose of health, deliciousness and leisure, it provides tourists with dishes with local characteristics and culture, and strives to meet the dining needs of tourists from all over the world.Wuhua · 19.1 km from Xingning
Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort
Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort features Chimelong Safari Park, Chimelong Happy World, Guangzhou Chimelong International Circus, Chimelong Water Park, Chimelong Birds Park andChimelong Hotel, Chimelong Panda HotelAnd multiple theme parks and premium resort hotels. Chimelong Safari Park is home to the giant panda triplets "Meng, Shuai, Ku," and has successfully bred 10 surviving pandas across 7 litters to date. It also houses a koala population second only to that in Australia, as well as nearly 500 species and over 20,000 rare animals from around the world, including white tigers that account for more than half of the global population. Chimelong Happy World and Chimelong Water Park have been in operation for over 10 years, and Chimelong Water Park has received the TEA "Outstanding Achievement Award" for its innovative "Rocking Tug" ride. Chimelong Happy World and Chimelong Water Park have cultivated several well-known entertainment brands such as "Happy Halloween" and "Water Electronic Music Festival," becoming trendy landmarks for young people's leisure and entertainment. After 20 years of continuous innovation, Guangzhou Chimelong International Circus, together with Zhuhai Hengqin Chimelong International Circus, has welcomed nearly 500 circus artists from over 20 countries to perform in Guangzhou and Zhuhai, creating a "world circus stage that never stops." Chimelong Birds Park is a theme park integrating bird watching, science education, and precious wetland plants—"a place to truly see birds fly"—featuring hundreds of species and tens of thousands of rare birds and amphibians. The resort is vast in scale, with a single park typically requiring half a day to a full day to explore. For those wanting to visit multiple parks, staying at an on-site themed hotel eliminates the need for round-trip travel. Family-friendly groups often prefer the animal world and bird park, while travelers seeking thrills are better suited for the amusement park. Don't forget the water park during summer.China · Guangzhou
Guangdong Shenguangshan Forest Park
Shenguang Mountain, 360 meters above sea level, 100 meters high, with towering trees, winding paths, and rich historical sites, is a place for scholars and writers of all dynasties to travel. Every year on the Double Ninth Festival, it has a history of more than 800 years for going to Shenguang Mountain for climbing, offering sacrifices, and competing with the gods. With the passage of time and the change of dynasties, the original pavilions and pavilions of the temples were eroded by wind and rain and were destroyed. In the 1980s, the Mochi in Shannan and the temple altars of Shigu Dawang, Baisha Dawang, Sanshan Dawang, etc., were restored or rebuilt, and they were all restored as before. Only the ruins of Shenguang Temple and other monuments remain. In 1984, Shi Shanguang, a Thai-Chinese and the abbot of Thailand's "Longfu Temple", proposed and funded the construction of Shengguang Temple, which has now been completed and opened.Xingning · 4.6 km from downtown
Kulangsu
Kulangsu is located in the southwest of Xiamen, Fujian province, China, facing Xiamen island across the Lujiang strait. With an area of approx. 1.88 km², it is a "sea garden, piano island and international architectural exposition" blending nature and culture. In 2017, it was inscribed as "Kulangsu: A historic international settlement".UNESCO World Heritage ListIt is a national 5A tourist attraction and a national scenic area. Kulangsu is a bedrock island with a winding coastline featuring numerous natural harbors and reefs. The terrain is predominantly hilly, with its highest peak, Sunlight Rock, standing at an elevation of 92.7 m.Subtropical maritime monsoon climateWith its warm, humid climate and spring-like weather all year round, the average annual temperature is 20.9°C, making it suitable for visiting any season. The entire island is car-free, free from the hustle and bustle of traffic, accompanied only by birdsong, floral scents, and the sound of waves. Kulangsu preserves historical buildings dating from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century.Over 1000 buildingsIt encompasses various architectural styles including Gothic, Victorian, Baroque, Nanyang shophouses, and Minnan ancient dwellings, earning the reputation as the "Expo of international architectureIt is a living specimen of an internationalized community in modern East Asia. Representative buildings: Bagua building (organ museum), Shuzhuang garden, Haoyue garden, former HSBC building, Trinity church, Lin Yutang's former residence, etc. Kulangsu boasts a profound musical heritage, with western music introduced through missionary schools from the late Qing dynasty. By the mid-20th century, the island had the highest piano density in China, nurturing renowned musicians like Yin Chengzong and Xu Feiping, earning it the title of "Piano islandKnown as the "island of music". Cultural landmark:Piano museum(Houses century-old pianos),Organ museum(Home to a giant pipe organ), the sound of music often fills the streets, and the tradition of family concerts continues to this day. Core attractions of Kulangsu: Sunlight rockThe highest point of Kulangsu, offering a 360° panoramic view of the entire island, Xiamen and the Taiwan strait. There's a saying: "A visit to Xiamen isn't complete without climbing Sunlight Rock." Shuzhuang gardenThe private residence of Taiwanese tycoon Lin Erjia, where "the sea is hidden in the garden and the mountains are embraced as views," blends Jiangnan-style gardens with coastal landscapes. The piano museum within the garden is renowned far and wide. Haoyue gardenAdjacent to the Zheng Chenggong memorial hall stands a 15.7 m tall granite statue of Zheng Chenggong, facing the sea with majestic grandeur, built to commemorate the national hero's recovery of Taiwan. Bagua building (organ museum)A landmark building on Kulangsu, blending Chinese and Western architectural aesthetics, housing hundreds of antique organs and regularly hosting organ concerts. Kulangsu bagua building Yuyuan garden, Gulang stone, Yanweishan ecological parkThe cultural and natural views scattered across the island weave together the century-old charm and poetic beauty of Kulangsu's mountains and sea. Tour tips Island access: Requires taking a ferry from Xiamen main island ferry terminal, no general admission ticket, core attractions require separate tickets or combo tickets. Transportation: Explore the entire island on foot or by sightseeing electric cart (for a fee). Motor vehicles are prohibited. Recommended season: Suitable all year round, with comfortable weather in spring and fall (April-May, October-November) when bougainvillea blooms and the scenery is particularly beautiful.China · Xiamen
Canton Tower
Guangzhou Tower, a landmark of Guangzhou, stands at a towering 600 meters including its antenna, making it one of the most famous towers in China. From its top, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Guangzhou. Its slender and elegant shape has earned it the nickname "Slim Waist." At night, the tower lights up, making it a perfect spot for photography, even if you don't go inside. The tower is divided into five functional zones from A to E. Zone A at the base showcases Guangzhou's history, culture, economy, and tourist attractions, along with providing tourist services. Zone E at the top offers dining, entertainment, and an observation deck. It's recommended to arrive at the tower by 3:30 PM, queue for security and tickets, and reach the top by 4:30-5:00 PM to catch the sunset. This schedule allows you to experience Guangzhou's panorama during the day, at dusk, and at night. In summer, adjust your visit by two hours later due to longer daylight. Visiting between 7-8 PM is ideal as the tower is less crowded. ▲Pearl River Photography Viewing Platform:Located on the 2nd floor, this platform offers a broad view along the river, perfect for capturing the city's central axis and memorable shots with the tower ▲Landmark α: Features three main thrilling activities—Cloud Walk, Sky Drop, and Alpha Exploration ▲Baiyun/Starry Sky Sightseeing Hall:Situated at 428m and 433m, these themed halls offer stunning views of Guangzhou's new central axis and the Pearl River under blue skies and starry nights ▲Science Exploration Hall: On the 109th and 110th floors, this hall reveals how the 600-meter tower withstands strong winds and earthquakes ▲460m Bubble Tram:With 16 transparent cabins, each holding six visitors, a full rotation takes about 20 minutes. Enjoy the romantic starry sky and the feeling of timeless beauty from above ▲488m Outdoor Observation Deck: At the antenna mast, this is the highest point accessible to visitors, offering a 360-degree unobstructed view of Guangzhou ▲480m Sky Drop: Located between 455-485m on the antenna mast, this thrilling ride includes both seated and free-fall experiences, perfect for those seeking an extreme high-altitude challengeChina · Guangzhou
Xiamen Botanical Garden
Xiamen Botanical Garden, also known as Wanshi Botanical Garden is set amidst Wanshi Mountain in the Southeastern part of Xiamen Island. It is an integral part of the Gulangyu Islet – Wanshi Mountain National Key Scenic Spot, covering an area of 4.93 square kilometers. The garden has more than ten segments that showcase a variety of rare plants, including Chinese larch, hoop pine, strangely-shaped cacti, and other exotic foliage. In addition to the unique foliage, the park also brings together many natural wonders and human creations, including stone carvings, lakes, lawns, temples, and other attractions.China · Xiamen
Window of the World
Window of the World in Shenzhen lives up to its name as a theme park showcasing world-famous attractions through miniature replicas. Additionally, it features cultural performances from around the globe, including Japanese tea ceremonies and African dance shows, awaiting your enjoyment. The attraction is divided into world square, Asia zone, Oceania zone, Europe zone, Africa zone, America zone, sculpture garden and international street based on global geographical structure and sightseeing activities. The general visiting route is world square (entrance) - Asia area - Oceania area - Africa area - Americas area - Europe area - sculpture garden area - international street area - world square (exit). You can take photos of various architectural structures while selecting performances that interest you to watch. World square The main attraction is the variety of styled gates and relief walls, which serve as the entrance to Window of the World in Shenzhen, marking the start of the journey. Most visitors begin their itinerary at the Zhonghua Gate, designed to resemble the gate of Yonghe Temple in China. Asia, Oceania, Europe, Africa, Americas In these different park areas, you can see world-famous landmarks replicated at various scales like 1:1, 1:5, and 1:15, such as Thailand's grand palace, India's taj mahal, Sydney opera house, Paris' arc de triomphe, leaning tower of pisa, Egypt's pyramids, temple of amun, Cambodia's angkor wat, and the grand canyon. The replicas are incredibly lifelike. Here, you'll find miniature versions of numerous renowned sights. It's a small world perfect for photography and helps you discover sceneries from around the globe. If any place catches your interest, why not plan next year's trip to experience the real thing? Here you can also enjoy cultural performances from around the world, which you may choose to watch. Performance schedules are available on the official website. Please note that some shows require an extra charge, and other paid services within the park can also be checked on the official website. International street Similar to places where you eat and buy souvenirs in general amusement parks, you can taste international cuisine like German beer and Hawaiian ice cream, as well as purchase handicrafts from various countries.China · Shenzhen
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What travelers say about Xingning
山南玛格丽特April 5, 2026
5.0
A hidden gem of Hakka culture in eastern Guangdong, this national 4A-level scenic area truly lives up to its reputation!
The entire Xihe Bay area is nestled against the mountains and beside the lake, perfectly blending natural scenery with Hakka culture. Every step reveals a breathtaking view.
The experience is superb: the scenic area is clean and tidy, well-managed, and the sightseeing buses are convenient. The night view is especially stunning, with light shows, drone performances, and fireworks displays in succession—a visual feast!
Easy to eat and stay: The Fulaideng Hotel within the scenic area is located right by the lake, offering scenic views from every window—a perfect one-stop vacation. The Hakka cuisine is authentic and delicious; the stuffed tofu and braised pork with preserved vegetables are especially amazing!
In summary: Xingning, Meizhou is a must-visit TOP 1 destination. It boasts stunning scenery, rich culture, captivating night views, and exciting activities—all at a fantastic value! Highly recommended, I will definitely visit again!
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Xihewan Hakka Cultural Tourism Industrial Park
九点半天黑April 9, 2026
5.0
It's definitely a place worth visiting. The environment is elegant, and each mountain is different. Although some paths are difficult, it's not tiring overall, and there are many rest stops. The only downhill path is a bit long.
Huoshan Scenic Area
M42***88October 25, 2026
5.0
The African savanna and the deep sea wonderland in the lens seem to be pushed directly in front of you. Every frame is full of vitality. It is both educational and healing. After watching it, you just want to go for a walk in nature.
Chimelong Safari Park
_yt***26April 1, 2026
5.0
A tranquil and lush resort with numerous hot springs to enjoy, notably a mud hot spring for visitors to play in.
It's said that there are only two such hot mud hot springs in China. This hot mud is extracted from rocks and mud dredged 2600 meters underground. After being crushed and ground into a flour-like paste, it's heated to 98 degrees Celsius to remove impurities and bacteria before being used by guests, ensuring its safety.
Guests who haven't been before are encouraged to try the mud hot spring first. Soaking in the hot mud offers a joyful and carefree experience, a truly wonderful feeling. Of course, staff will guide guests on how to enjoy the pool and what positions are most comfortable. Generally, you soak in the mud for 15 minutes before moving on to other hot springs.
Soaking in the hot springs is incredibly relaxing and invigorating. There are various medicinal pools, including the elegant and tranquil "Huaqing Pool," with breathtaking scenery; there are also charming little hot springs nestled on the mountainside; and a standard swimming pool for everyone. All these hot springs are outdoors, allowing you to enjoy the birdsong and fragrant flowers – truly embodying the joy of hot spring life.
Clean and tidy, with warm and friendly staff.
Come on, how can you not try it?
Hot Mineral Mud Hot Spring Resort
Travel.coffee.donutsOctober 24, 2026
5.0
My family had a wonderful time at the Guangzhou Chimelong tourist resort!! Our kids love the Guangzhou chimelong Safari park as they love animals and the safari has a wide variety of animals. The cable car, mini train are really convenient for visitors! We were impressed by the Chimelong international circus performance at night. Also my kids had lotsa fun at Happy world themepark rides! Overall it is a wonderful and satisfying trip!
Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort
Levis-LiApril 4, 2025
4.0
As a free scenic spot, Shenguang Mountain also has free parking, which is really good. The toilets are very clean, which is really rare! You must climb to the top of Shenguang Mountain to take pictures of the whole Xingning. You will know why Shenguang Mountain is a Feng Shui treasure land in Xingning when you see it!
Guangdong Shenguangshan Forest Park
Luks_usOctober 22, 2026
5.0
Kulangsu is without a doubt one of the most magical and unique places in all of China, capable of completely enchanting you from the very first moment. This island has something magnetic about it, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of the modern world for a while and step into a completely different era.What strikes you immediately upon stepping off the ferry is the pervasive, soothing peace. The fact that a complete ban on motor vehicles is enforced across the entire island—no cars, scooters, or noisy motorbikes—completely changes the dynamic of exploring. Instead of the roar of engines, you hear the sound of the sea, birdsong, and the sounds of music drifting lazily from the windows of villas and music schools. Kulangsu is not called the Island of Pianos for nothing. Walking through the shaded, narrow alleys, you get the impression that this entire place lives to its own unhurried rhythm, where the past seamlessly blends with the preseent.
Kulangsu
139***60October 23, 2026
5.0
Experience the thrill of soaring into the sky, enjoy a 450m free stroll, and admire the Guangzhou night view from the Ferris wheel. This is a must-see attraction in Guangzhou, highly recommended!
Canton Tower
Anonymous userOctober 20, 2026
5.0
The botanical garden is large, built against the mountain, and the overall scenery is pleasant. The main attractions are the Rainforest World, the succulent area, various flowering plants and shrubs, and a seven-tiered escalator. Take Metro Line 1 to Zhongshan Park Station, Exit 3B, walk a few hundred meters to enter the garden from the West Gate. Once inside, be sure to take the unlimited-ride sightseeing bus to various attractions. Walking around the mountainous areas can be quite tiring. First, visit the Rainforest World, then the succulent area to see the cacti, followed by the Flower Garden, then the Xizi Garden, and finally take the bus to the South Gate Station. From the South Gate, you can enjoy a distant view of the sea. Take two elevators and seven escalators down to the South Gate; each step of the escalator offers a scenic view and photo opportunities. Finally, take the sightseeing bus back to the West Gate from the South Gate. The photos are mainly taken at the Xizi Garden station of the botanical garden.
Xiamen Botanical Garden
大偏分October 25, 2026
5.0
We brought the kids along. We originally booked a 6 pm bullet train to leave Shenzhen, but it was so much fun that we changed our tickets to 10 pm. It's super suitable for young children, and there are even floats at night. The kids were completely mesmerized. Kids these days are so lucky!
Window of the World
