Looking for a quick, affordable trip? Here are some of the most exciting destinations in Guangzhou and Foshan for the best weekend getaways.
GDToday's special photography exhibition
GDToday's special "Discovering China Together: Photography Exhibition by Renowned American Photographers in Guangdong" is being held at Canton Place, Guangzhou City, from February 15 to 24. Special invitations were extended to the photographers of the photos, local shutterbugs, and visitors to communicate via video across thousands of miles.
The photography exhibition showcases 42 photos taken by four renowned photographers, including Pulitzer Prize winners and World Press Photo honorees—Nick Ut, Ringo Chiu, Irfan Khan, and Michael Nelson—during their exploration tour in Guangdong last November.
School kids touch the lion head for good luck, Foshan Ancestral Temple, Foshan, Guangdong, Friday, November 22, 2024. (Ringo Chiu)
Audiences watch laser show at Guangzhou International Light Festival at Haixinsha Asian Games Park in Guangzhou, Guangdong, Friday, November 15, 2024. (Irfan Khan)
On a street corner in Baiyun District, a graffiti wall of characters from "Ne Zha 2" stands silently tall. Each figure leaps off the wall, lifelike and vibrant, as if they've just stepped out of the movie.
Corn poppies on Ersha Island, Guangzhou
Corn poppies quietly bloom amid the hustle and bustle. Red and pink flowers intertwine, adorning the riverside. The petals are light and colorful. Visitors walk among the graceful and lively blossoms, like a romantic oil painting. The flowers of spring weave a fairy tale of the flower city.
Tabebuia chrysantha in Zhoutouju Park, Guangzhou
In late February, the dazzling Tabebuia chrysantha blooms as expected. Bright yellow flowers scatter in clusters, stretching for hundreds of meters, dense and rich, swaying gently in the breeze. They are like starry rays and flowing gold. The spring breeze arrives, rippling across the Pearl River. Romance awaits, as we admire the flowers all along the way.
Bougainvillea flowers in downtown Guangzhou
In February, spring in the north is still chilly. In Guangzhou, the City of Flowers, magnificent tapestries of blossoms have unfolded. Streets flyovers and overpasses are adorned with clusters of Bougainvillea. These flowers in full bloom, like blazing flames and vibrant waterfalls, fill the city with vibrant hues of spring.
Swamp cypress forest in Nansha, Guangzhou
Located at the edge of Guangzhou's bustling urban area, a swamp cypress forest at Wuzhou Creek in Huangge Town, Nansha District, offers a peaceful escape into the nature. Here, visitors can enjoy camping, fishing, photography, or simply relaxing by the lake with a cup of coffee.
Fishing enthusiasts will find their paradise here. The serene lake, surrounded by swamp cypress trees, offers the perfect environment to relax, cast a line, and enjoy the quiet anticipation of the catch.
Location: Along the greenway, Wuzhou Creek, Huangge Town, Nansha District, Guangzhou (广州市南沙区黄阁镇乌洲涌碧道沿岸)
Recommended time to visit: Before 4:30 PM for optimal sunshine
Deciduous bald cypress in Foshan's Shunde
In a corner where Guangzhou and Foshan meet, a forest of deciduous bald cypresses has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike. At Shunde's Wuzhou Sluice, the deciduous bald cypresses stand tall and slender, adorned with feathery foliage that is both elegant and enchanting. Even as spring approaches, their leaves retain an orange-red hue, glowing under the golden sunlight to create a warm tapestry.
From above, the forest resembles a collection of oil paintings. Visitors have set up tents and formed long queues of cars equipped with coffee machines, allowing them to sip their brews while admiring this fairy-tale world. Groups of friends are cycling along the roadway beside the waterway, enjoying the warm sunshine and gentle breeze. It feels like they are navigating through a painting, with the scenery accompanying them every step of the way.
The beauty of the bald cypress extends beyond Wuzhou Sluice. The scenic Shunfeng Mountain Park, the pristine Guipan Lake, and the Desheng Riverfront have all become "blessed lands" for the trees to show their charm. Many visitors from Guangzhou, Foshan, and surrounding areas, whether driving, cycling, or walking, can all witness the stunning display of the bald cypress in Shunde.
Which way would you explore this fairy-tale setting? 🚴♂🚗☕
A. Cycling along the scenic road 🚴♀
B. Road-tripping with a coffee break 🚗☕
C. Walking and capturing the perfect shot 📸
🍍 Your pick: _____ (leave comments below)
Flowers of 15,000㎡ bloom in Chancheng, Foshan
At the Lvdao Lake Wetland Park in Chancheng District, Foshan, a 15,000-square-meter flower sea featuring 3,000 square meters of garden cosmos and 12,000 square meters of Mexican aster is in full blossom this spring.
The vibrant yellow, orange, white, and pink flowers sway in the breeze, creating a colorful, wave-like display. This stunning floral scenery offers a free, picturesque space for visitors to enjoy in this season.
Author | Dai Bosi, Huang Xinying, Zhuo Yingzi, Liu Lingzhi, Guo Hongting, Liang Zijian, Liao Ying (intern), Yu Lulu (intern), Yu Yuanyuan (intern), Ge Yuting (intern), Zhong Haiqiong, Tang Xinyi (intern)
Poster Designers | Lai Meiya, Liang Zijian, Pan Jiajun
Video | Dai Bosi, Liang Zijian, Pan Jiajun, Cai Zechun, Guo Hongda, Feng Huiting, Chen Longyan, Lai Jieyi (intern)
Photos | Huangge Town People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality, Foshan News
Cover image | Guangzhou Nansha Fabu
Editors | Hu Nan, Liu Lingzhi, Huang Qini, James, Shen He
