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Guangdong Travel Guide

Situated in the southernmost part of China's mainland, Guangdong Province covers a land area of 179,800 square kilometers, an island area of about 1,592 square kilometers and has 3,368 kilometers of winding coastline, which is the longest in the country. Rivers from all over the province discharge into the South China Sea, forming the fertile Pearl River Delta, which is one of the countries' most densely cultivated areas. Its capital city, Guangzhou, formerly known as Canton to the western world, is located in the north of this river delta. Due to its special geographical position, Guangdong has for long served as a window of the country to the world. Besides, local people have spread to almost every corner of the world, making the province the hometown of many overseas Chinese. Transportation between it and other places is also very convenient, 
especially between Hong Kong and Macau. However, sitting on the Chinese southernmost part, this place is frequently affected by typhoons, especially in summer time. Travelers should pay attention to the local weather forecast if they plan to visit the area during the typhoon season....More
Facts of Guangdong
Chinese Name: 广东 (guǎng dōng)
Abbreviation: Yue
Administration Type: Province
Capital: Guangzhou
Location: 20°13' to 25°31' N, 109°40' to 117°19' E
Area: 179,800 km²  (69,421 mi²)
Population (2010): 104,303,132
History of Guangdong
Guangdong Province was for centuries a remote part of the empire, largely ignored by emperors. It was inhabited by the so-called Hundred Yue people, a collection of ancient Yue tribes, most of which have since become assimilated into mainstream Han Chinese society, but who are also believed to be related to, among other present-day ethnic groups, the Zhuang ethnic group of Guangxi Province. The area was under official Imperial-era administration ever since the Qin (BCE 221-207) Dynasty, though, as indicated, it was largely allowed to exist on its own terms. Over time, Han Chinese administration eventually exerted its influence in the area, and most of the Yue peoples living in Guangdong were gradually assimilated into mainstream Han Chinese society, though some were displaced while others remained in small enclaves, as they do to this day...More
What to see in Guangdong?
The unique geographic and climate features cultivate rich tourist resources in Guangdong. At present, the province is home to nine national 5A-level tourist attractions and 61 4A-level attractions. Well-known tourist sites, such as the Guangzhou Chimlong Holiday Resort and the Shenzhen OCT (overseas Chinese town) East Resort have become designated places for different kinds of international activities and events...More
►Guangdong Attractions
 
Yuexiu Park Pearl River Canton Tower
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Chen Clan Ancestral Temple Shaoguan Danxia Mountain
Shenzhen Splendid China Xinghu Lake Scenic Area
Shenzhen Splendid China Dingshushan Scenic Area Qingyuan Qiannian Yao Village
The Fisher Girl Statue Sun Yat-sen’s Hometown
Zhuhai Fisher girl Statue Sun Yat-sen’s Hometown Foshan Ancestors' Temple 

How to get to Guangzhou?
Guangdong Transportation has been improved very fast sine 2000. Travel to Gaungdong is very easily by air from all around the world. Guangdong province is located in the southernmost part of the Chinese mainland. It adjoins Fujian province in the east and Jiangxi and Hunan provinces in the north. To the west, it is Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, and to the south the South China Sea. China's second-largest river - the Pearl River - flows through Guangdong. To the east of the Pearl River Estuary, it is the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and to the west, Macao Special Administrative Region. The southwestern Leizhou Island in Guangdong is separated from Hainan province by the Qiongzhou Strait.
►Guangdong Transportation                                              ►Guangzhou Transportation

When to visit Guangdong?
Guangdong Province belongs to the typical subtropical marine monsoon climate, winters in Guandong are not so cold and enjoy plentiful of sunshine, while summers are long and hot. Springs and autumns are cool and humid and it is the best time to visit Guangdong. The rainy seaons are range from April to September.
Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province, located in the humid subtropical climate zone. Guangzhou enjoys pleasant climate, the annual average temperature is 22° C, and the annual average rainfall is 1,982mm. Guangzhou's climate is especially suitable for crops, plants, flowers, so it enjoys a reputation for "the city of flowers", the fresh flowers blossoming all the year round.
►Guangzhou Weather                                                             ► Guangdong Weather & Climate

Guangdong Travel Tips
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Guangdong tourism Cities
Guangzhou is the provincial capital. It is a heaven to gourmets and shoppers. All kinds of delicious food and snacks are found in the city; the famous Shangxiajiu and Beijing Road commercial streets are lined with various shops and stores. Shenzhen is the second largest city in Guangdong province. It faces Hong Kong SAR across the Shenzhen River and has seven ports connecting Hong Kong. Zhuhai is an important city at the south end of the Pearl River Delta. It borders Macau SAR and faces Hong Kong across sea. Along the 604 km coastline of Zhuhai, there are over 140 islands, so it is also named “the city of one hundred islands”. Located in the north of Guangdong Province, Shaoguan is a famous historic and cultural city. It is also blessed with beautiful landscape – the famous Danxia Mountain. 

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