Guangdong is warm in winter with bright sunshine, pleasant atmosphere and abundant tourism resources. You can visit flower fairs, experience Lingnan culture, tour theme parks, taste fine foods, take a bath in hot spring, go to the beach and so on. With all kinds of sightseeing resources, Guangdong is a perfect tourist destination for family, parent-child, couple and friends to enjoy quality time during Spring Festival holiday.
1. Have a date with beautiful flowers
In most of the cities around Guangdong, there will be flower fairs three to five days before Spring Festival. Visiting flower fair is a traditional event for local people to enjoy the Lunar New Year. You can buy various flowers and plants, gadgets, souvenirs while listening to the festive music and enjoying some of the best local snacks.
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2. Enjoy a relaxing time in hot spring
In Guangdong, hot spring is definitely one of the coolest tourist destinations in winter. Taking a bath in a hot spring regularly is a good way to stay healthy as well. Hot springs are usually located in quiet and tastefully sites where you can enjoy peacefulness without city noisiness. So why not take a bath in the hot spring to help you to get rid off tiredness and enjoy a heathy holiday.
3. Taste all the delicacies in the paradise for food-lovers
Guangdong is a paradise for food-lovers. Cantonese cuisine’s good name spreads far and wide. According to the 2016 Guangdong Inbound Tourism Research Report, inbound tourists are impressed the most by food in Guangdong.
The local diet in Guangdong is mainly light, fresh and seafood cuisine. Many snacks too. You can enjoy different mouth-watering local foods in different places.
Cantonese cuisine is famous for its variety in dishes. In Guangzhou, dishes have original taste and flavor. While in west Guangdong, seafood is widely used as materials. And in Chaoshan Region, dishes are presented in an exquisite way.
Things to do: Cantonese Cuisine
4. Enjoy the sunshine, beach and ocean
You don’t have to go all the way to Southeast Asia, but right here in Guangdong you can enjoy some of the finest beaches and seas. You might be surprised to find out that Guangdong has the longest coastline and vastest coastal areas among all the provinces in China.
You can choose from a variety of islands and beaches in Guangdong, including Nan’ao Island in Shantou, Chuan Island in Jiangmen, Hailing Island in Yangjiang, Fangji Island in Maoming and Donghai Island in Zhanjiang.
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5. Have a blast at world-class theme parks
There are several world-class theme parks in Guangdong, such as Fantawild Adventure in Shenzhen, Overseas Chinese Town East (OCT·East) in Shenzhen and Chimelong Tourist Resort in Guangzhou and Zhuhai.
Guangzhou Chimelong Paradise is one of the largest amusement parks in China with 70 rides and a perfect place for you to enjoy a refreshing break. In the hustle and bustle of the growing hub Shenzhen, OCT East, combining a cosmopolitan ambience with natural beauty, stands out as a perfect place for escape. And more theme parks are waiting for you to explore and have fun in Guangdong.
6. Be intoxicated by fresh air
During cold winter, it’s all covered with ice and snow in the north, but in Guangdong you can enjoy bright and beautiful days with luxuriantly green every there. Just go to visit the magnificent landscapes around Guangdong, which is a natural oxygen bar all the year round.
For example, Nankun Mountain Primeval Forest Natural Reserve is hailed as “the Oasis on the North Tropic of Cancer” and “the Backyard Garden of Pearl River Delta Region”. The resort boasts breathtaking mountains, a vast expanse of old trees, an ocean of bamboos, wondrous pines and stones, running streams and cascading waterfalls. In a paradise like this, you can’t help but feel relaxed and refreshed. This is the place to go for traveling, relaxation and health improvement.
Things to do: Seasons & Outdoor
[Photo by Zhou Zongyi]
7. Enjoy shopping, shopping, shopping
Guangdong is a paradise for shopaholics as well. It offers various kinds of shopping experiences for tourists, from high-end shopping centers to local shopping streets. Do not miss the hottest shopping malls and districts in each city!
As the capital of Guangdong, what Guangzhou can offer in shopping is far more than what you can expect. It’s reported that Guangzhou government will upgrade the city’s shopping areas to make Guangzhou “a world class shopping city”. In Guangzhou, you can never miss these shopping areas, including Shangxiajiu and Beijing Road pedestrian streets, Tee Mall, Grandview Mall, and Huacheng Square.
Related article: Malls & Shopping Districts in Guangdong
[Photo by Chen Xiyuan]
8. Experience a variety of local customs
The culture of Guangdong province is influenced by a marvelous blend of elements. Its history dates back to 2,220 years ago when the Lingnan Culture emerged. Local customs vary in different regions around the province. Diverse cultures lead to various kinds of folk events and festival activities.
Guangdong is home to Cantonese, Hakka, and Teochew culture. Come and enjoy a diverse and splendid culture feast!
Related article: Culture & Tradition in Guangdong
[Photo by Deng Yaohua]
9. Blessing for the New Year
During the Spring Festival holiday, there are a lot of blessing activities in Guangdong. Famous places for blessing include Lianhua (Lotus) Mountain in Guangzhou’s Panyu, Liurong Temple in Guangzhou’s Yuexiu, Nanhua Temple in Shaoguan, Tianhou Palace (Mazu Temple) in Huizhou, Lady Xian’s Temples around Maoming, and so on.
Things to do: Religious Culture
[Photo by Liu Xiaoming]
10. Tender is the night in Guangdong
At night, you can enjoy resplendent light shows in most of the cities in Guangdong, especially in Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Pearl River Night Tour is a must-visit for almost all the travelers in Guangzhou. Tourists who take a night tour of Pearl River can enjoy a fancy light show upon LED screens and LED lights that are affixed on the seven downtown bridges that span the Pearl River.
Things to do: Nightlife & Leisure
(By Monica)
