On September 16th, the Mid-Autumn Festival-themed cultural event "Mid-Autumn in Guangzhou: Gathering in Guangdong" launched an exciting city tour. Hundreds of couples and families of golden weddings, silver weddings, and newlywed, as well as representatives of civilized families and distinctive families from home and abroad, embarked on a "Citywalk" to fully appreciate the beauty of Guangzhou and experience the city's unique blend of old charm and new vitality.
In the morning, the families visited the Canton Tower, one of the city's iconic landmarks. From 400 meters above the ground, they enjoyed a panoramic view of this ancient trading hub. On the outdoor observation deck at 450 meters, nine newlywed couples received their wedding certificates amid blessings from the crowd, sealing their vows in this romantic setting and adding a sweet highlight to the city tour.
The next stop was the renowned Haixin Bridge, often referred to as the "Eye of Guangzhou." The bridge connects both sides of the Pearl River and holds the record as the world's largest curved pedestrian bridge. Families eagerly snapped photos, immersing themselves in the stunning modern architecture and beauty of Guangzhou.
In recent days, the 2024 Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival at Yong Qing Fang has gained immense popularity online. Inspired by Guangzhou's city flower, the kapok, and the mythical "Nanhai butterfly," the lantern display creates a poetic and enchanting atmosphere.
In the afternoon, the families visited Yong Qing Fang, a historic neighborhood reflecting the essence of old Guangzhou, with its traditional architecture and vibrant cultural scene. Walking on stone-paved streets, passing by old brick houses and vintage windows, and hearing the melodious sounds of Cantonese opera, the visitors experienced a seamless blend of past and present, traditional and modern. The charm of this "Millennium City of Guangzhou" was vividly felt through this fusion of old and new.
The families later toured the Bai'etan Greater Bay Area Art Center, a new landmark in Guangzhou. With its concept of a "cultural vessel, time corridor, goose pool impressions, and cloud mountain artscape," the center integrates the new Guangdong Museum of Art, Guangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum, and Guangdong Literature Museum, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Lingnan.
The day's itinerary was packed yet joyous, with families taking photos at various city landmarks, capturing unforgettable memories of their journey.
This event brought together a diverse group of families from across the globe. Participants included international tourists, local and provincial families, foreign experts, residents from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, overseas Chinese, honorary citizens, Olympic medalists, model families, and new workforce families, all gathered in Guangzhou to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Source: Lingnan on the Cloud
