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Shamian | It's not that Europe is unaffordable, it's just that Guangzhou offers better value for money!

| It's not that Europe is unaffordable, it's just that Guangzhou offers better value for money!. Shamian in Guangzhou is located within the Pearl River, and its unique European architectural complex gives it a strong exotic atmosphere⛩🏛🎭, making it a top choice for many tourists👫👩‍👩‍👦💕 and photography enthusiasts📷🎞🖼. 📍Entrance: West side of Shamian Island🚪 🚇Subway Line 1/6 Huangsha Station Exit F🚉 📍Exit: East side of Shamian Island🕊 🚇Subway Line 6/8 Cultural Park Station Exit E🌸 🎫Ticket: Free🆓 ⌚Play Time: 2 hours⏳ 1⃣Shamian Church💒: A well-preserved century-old Christian church in Guangzhou⛪, a blend of Chinese and Western styles🏮💒, the main hall has been rated as a national A-level key protected cultural relic🎖🏛📜. 2⃣Former Site of the Soviet Consulate🏭: The building walls are decorated with fair-faced red bricks, hence the beautiful nickname 'Western Red Building' on Shamian🏩. 3⃣Former Site of the British Hospital🏥: The British Hospital was not for profit, and during the lease period, residents on Shamian could receive medical treatment on the island🌡💊👩‍⚕. 4⃣Former Customs House🏨: Designed and built by the Australian architect Parnell. As its main color is red, different from the Soviet Consulate, it is thus called the 'Eastern Red Building'🏣. 5⃣Lourdes Catholic Church⛪: The church's architectural style is consistent with European churches, with small spires, clerestory windows, and battlements, arched doors, very exquisite🌟💫✨.
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Posted: Apr 8, 2024
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