Recently, the tag "China Travel" has taken online social media by storm. According to a ranking by overseas travelers, two cities, Guangzhou and Shenzhen, in Guangdong Province, are among the top destinations in China.
If you choose to visit Guangdong this summer, read this special guide to know where to cool yourself amid the scorching heat of summer.
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Qianlonggou Waterfall, Guangzhou (千泷沟大瀑布)
Qianlonggou Waterfall Tourist Area is located in a gorge in Jincun, Liangkou Town, Conghua District, Guangzhou. It is surrounded by mountains, water, bamboo, and rocks. The area stretches about 3 kilometers deep, offering a poetic and picturesque road.
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It is highly recommended to visit this place in Guangzhou this summer. The waterfall is over 80 meters high, with an ear-splitting sound when standing close to it. This spot is also a very popular hiking route for young people in the city, who are eager to feel closer to nature on the weekends.
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Apart from the spectacular view of the waterfall, it also provides a wide variety of activities for visitors and tourists alike, including performances, delicacies, and water sports such as rafting.
(Photo: Conghua Publicity Department of Guangzhou)
Opening hours: 09:00 - 18:00 every Monday to Sunday (The last entry is one hour before closing time at 5:00 p.m.)
Add.: Inside the Jin Village ecotourism area, Liangkou Town, Conghua District, Guangzhou (广州从化区良口镇锦村)
Maluan Mountain Country Park, Shenzhen (马峦山郊野公园)
Maluan Mountain Country Park, which offers hiking and nature sightseeing, is the first country park approved by the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government.
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The park boasts two waterfalls, the Longtan Waterfall and the Lanhe Bridge Waterfall. The Longtan Waterfall is the largest waterfall in Shenzhen, with a vertical drop of about 50 meters.
(Photo: official WeChat account of Pingshan Publicity Department of Shenzhen)
Inside the park, you can also get to Daguzhang (Chinese: 打鼓嶂), a scenic spot that has been rated as the "Thousand-island lake" of Shenzhen. Also, you will pass by Biling Waterfalls, the largest waterfall group in Shenzhen.
(Photo: official WeChat account of Pingshan Publicity Department of Shenzhen)
Opening hours：6:00 - 18:00
Add.: Maluan Mountain Country Park, Pingma Trail Road, Pingshan District, Shenzhen (深圳坪山区坪马线公路马峦山郊野公园)
Danxia Mountain, Shaoguan (丹霞山)
In Chinese, Danxia means "rosy clouds". Characterized by its red cliffs and erosional landforms, Danxia Mountain (or Danxiashan) took its name from its unique color. It is an ideal summer retreat with its lush green mountains and fresh air. The annual average temperature here is only 28.3 degrees Celsius in the hottest month.
(Photo: Official website of Danxiashan UNESCO Global Geopark)
Strolling through the Danxiashan UNESCO Global Geopark feels like walking into a giant, natural air-conditioned room. Whether boating on the Jinjiang River or watching the sunrise and sunset, you can forget about the summer heat and immerse yourself in the picturesque scenery.
(Photo: Official website of Danxiashan UNESCO Global Geopark)
Opening hours: All day (The opening hours vary for different rides)
Add.: Nearby No. 106 National Highway, Renhua County, Shaoguan City (韶关市仁化县106国道附近)
Nankun Mountain, Huizhou (南昆山)
Known as the "summer paradise in South China", Nankun Mountain has indeed lived up to its reputation. It boasts mild weather in all seasons, with an average temperature of 23 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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A visit here in summer is worthwhile. Despite temperatures reaching over 30 degrees Celsius in most of the province, you can expect a cool and enjoyable trip as pleasant breezes blow through the mountains and keep you cool.
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Apart from the forest resources, what makes it most attractive is its gorges, rivers, waterfalls, and hot springs. There are many special homestay hotels at your option, especially in Erkeng Village near the Nankun Mountain.
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Opening hours: 08:30 - 18:00
Add.: No.355 Provincial Highway, Longmen County, Huizhou (惠州市龙门县355省道)
Ziyun Valley, Zhaoqing (紫云谷)
The scenic Ziyun Valley is rich in high-concentration negative ions and features ancient quarry pits dating back to the Tang Dynasty. Visitors can enjoy a 3-kilometer-long stream, perfect for a family adventure of stream tracing.
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Additionally, there is a mountain spring swimming pool where you can experience the joy of swimming in mineral water.
(Photo: WeChat account of Ziyun Valley Scenic Area)
Opening hours: 08:30-17:30
Add.: Lanke Mountain, Southeastern suburbs of Yanjiang Road, Gaoyao District, Zhaoqing (肇庆市高要区沿江路东南郊烂柯山)
Gulong Gorge, Qingyuan (古龙峡)
One of Qingyuan's best-known pastimes is rafting. With steep canyons, majestic waterfalls, as well as a long speedway with a high drop and fast speed, Gulong Gorge's rafting project is hailed as the "roller coaster of rafting" and is among the most exciting ones in Guangdong.
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Furthermore, sheltered by dense forest, the highest temperature of the year here is only 22 degrees Celsius, which will help you stay cool in the sweltering summer heat.
(Photo: Nanfang Daily)
Opening hours: 09:00 - 16:00 (Rafting: 13:00-15:00 on weekdays; 12:00-15:00 on weekends)
Add.: Near the old National Highway 107, Sankengtan Village, Qingxin District, Qingyuan City (清远市清新区三坑滩, 近旧107国道)
Reporter: Fanny, Holly
Poster: Mia, Rose Lee (intern)
Editor: Abby, James
