[2024 Chaozhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Ancient City of Chaozhou (Updated Nov)
No.11 of Night Attractions in Guangdong
Ancient Towns
Nighttime sightseeing
Address:
Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou City
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
3-5 hours
Chaozhou Ancient City: A Historical Charm, Feel the Local Atmosphere
Chaozhou Ancient City🏯
A city full of historical charm🗺️
Every brick and tile tells stories of the past📖
A blend of ancient town architecture and modern style🏞️
The bustling yet tranquil pedestrians🚗
Feature some unique snack shops along the streets🍩
Stroll through the ancient streets at dusk🌆
Savor the intangible cultural heritage of Chaozhou🤗
Feel the breeze at Guangji Tower🍃
Experience the unique local atmosphere in Chaozhou Ancient City🔥
The ancient city walls are full of historical traces
A great backdrop for photography📷
The scenic beauty of Chaozhou West Lake is breathtaking🏞️
Chaozhou Ancient City is best appreciated on foot
It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes when visiting👟
CCheng94
Chaozhou 2 Days 1 Night Guide | Recommended by locals
| Recommended by locals. Chaozhou 2 Days 1 Night Guide | Recommended by locals❗️Must see
When it comes to Chaozhou, I start drooling, and after craving for a long time, we finally set off!
1️⃣Transportation
Departing from Shanghai to Jieyang Airport, our itinerary was to first go to Nan'ao Island, then to Shantou and finally to wander and eat in Chaozhou.
Shantou➡️Chaozhou: You can choose to take a taxi, about 50 minutes; or you can take a bus, 28 yuan per ticket, which can be purchased in advance on the 'Chaozhou Yueyun' official WeChat account.
2️⃣Accommodation
For accommodation, we chose the hotel 'Seclusion', about 1 kilometer away from Chaozhou ancient city🏛️. The distance is just right, because being too close to the ancient city can be a bit noisy, and it's inconvenient to take a taxi🚗 on the pedestrian streets, while being too far is not convenient for traveling and sightseeing.
The hotel we stayed in is very artistic, with simple and mixed decorations that include technology style, equipped with automatic curtains🪟, bathtubs🛀, and screen projection, warm, comfortable, and convenient.
3️⃣Attractions
When visiting Chaozhou, you absolutely cannot miss these places!
The first stop is Kaiyuan Temple, a thousand-year-old temple with thriving incense, where every corner is permeated with a sense of historical weight, inspiring awe. We found the famous check-in spot 'Destined Kaiyuan' and posed for half a day.
Then we walked to Paifang Street, which seems to transport you back to ancient Chaozhou, with antique buildings and various archways that are too many to take in at once. Taking photos📷 and checking in is definitely a hit on the friend circle🟢. We went there on a Saturday, and it was quite crowded; it should be better on weekdays.
Don't forget to visit Zhenhai Tower🏠, the tallest building in Chaozhou. Standing on the tower, you can see the beautiful scenery of the entire city, an absolute visual treat!
Guangji Tower and Guangji Bridge🌉 are also must-visit spots. Guangji Tower is simple and elegant, a symbolic building of Chaozhou ancient city; Guangji Bridge is a magical ancient bridge that combines beam, pontoon, and arch bridges.
4️⃣Food
How can you miss these authentic snacks🫕 when playing in Chaozhou? Recommended by locals, not to be missed.
Guantang Chao Fu Chen Beef🥩 Hotpot: A decade-old brand, with its own slaughterhouse in Guantang, the beef is fresh and juicy, perfect after boiling for eight seconds, and even better when dipped in satay sauce, simply delicious!
Linghai Fish Raw🐟 Stall • Braised Goose with White Porridge: Chaozhou fish raw is second to none. The fish slices🍥 are as thin as cicada wings, crystal clear, paired with a special sauce, they melt in your mouth, incredibly fresh. We heard before coming that we couldn't miss the raw pickled hasma, and it was indeed a rare delicacy, with a smooth texture and delicious taste that is irresistible.
Traditional Desserts·Chaozhou Handmade Sweet Soup (Paifang Street Store): You must try Chaozhou sweet soup, Yangzhi Ganlu🍨, refreshing and delicious; the special coconut milk taro duck mother twist, with dense and delicate taro, rich and creamy coconut milk, a rich taste that lingers on and on;
Old Movie Theater Uncle's Braised Goose🦢 (Zhenhai Tower Store): Lion head goose platter, the goose wings are full and juicy, each bite seems to bite into the perfect blend of fresh meat and marinade; the goose meat is fresh and not greasy, melts in your mouth, leaving a lasting impression.
There are also fermented tofu chicken wings🍗, fermented tofu cakes, sugar onion bobbing🍕, kuih juice and so many more, Chaozhou is really too delicious, my 256G stomach can't hold it anymore!
brianna_likes_acetylcholine
Just came back from Chaoshan, let me tell you some hard truths, it's recommended to watch this before you go
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You say 'really exciting', and I'm already at the real Shantou.
Drinking authentic Chaoshan tea among the crowd in the small park
Infected by the passionate 'Chinese War Dance' Yingge dance
Watching the sun slowly set and dye the water into an orange sea~
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Of course, Chaoshan is not just about Shantou.
When you're in Chaoshan, you must take a trip to Chaozhou~
Come see the 'bridge dismantling after crossing' at Guangji Bridge
Look at the largest archway street
Then have a steaming hot pot of congee and beef hot pot
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👉How to play❓
Chaoshan 2️⃣ days 1️⃣ night travel itinerary:
Day1 Shantou Intangible Cultural Heritage Tour
Catholic Church - Cunxin Shantang - Guanyin Temple - Small Park - Houxi Village/Fenggang Village Yingge dance and other performances
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Day2 Chaozhou ancient city citywalk
Qinglong Ancient Temple - Guangji Bridge - Guangji Tower - Archway Street - Kaiyuan Temple - Zhenhai Tower - Guangji Tower night view
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👉Where to take photos❓
1️⃣Guanyin Temple: The busiest rooftop in the country is right here, where Chinese classical literature is carved by craftsmen, exquisitely beautiful.
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2️⃣Small Park: The buildings here are very Hong Kong style, and you can take classic photos of the Small Park window view from the second floor of kcoffee
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3️⃣Yingge Dance: Yingge dance performances are available throughout the first lunar month, you can check in advance which village starts the parade!
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4️⃣Guangji Bridge: The prototype of 'bridge dismantling after crossing', a section of it is connected by chained boats, which are dismantled at sunset
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5️⃣Qinglong Ancient Temple: You can come here to ask for spiritual qian, it is said to be very effective~
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6️⃣Chaozhou Ancient City: The night view of the ancient city is beautiful, and the Archway Street looks amazing when shot with a telephoto lens
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👉How to get there❓
Chaoshan has a high-speed rail station, and you can also fly directly. Chaoshan is mainly divided into Shantou, Chaozhou, and Jieyang, each with different stations. If you have a car, it would be more convenient to drive.
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EVANGELINE SULLIVAN
Traversing Time and Space to Shantou
Shantou
Chaozhou Travel Guide Average cost 400+
If your primary purpose of traveling is to eat, then Chaozhou is really an excellent place to check in! Let me talk about my two-day and two-night travel strategy. It is recommended to travel by car, which will be much more convenient
Chaozhou
Cuisine
There are many delicacies in the ancient city of Chaozhou, from Chaozhou bamboo tube tea to mandarin juice to goose meat → raw fish
Attractions
Kaiyuan Temple → Guangji Bridge → Thai Buddha Hall
2 Shantou
Cuisine
The beef is really authentic, beef hot pot → beef rice noodles → raw pickled beef → a cup of Chao tea → candied taro
Attractions
Shantou Hostel → Shantou Small Park → Shantou Inner Sea
Average cost: 400+
For hotels, just find one nearby! It's better to plan ahead where you want to go first, and stay nearby, which will be more convenient
FRANKIE HERRERA
Just came back from Chaoshan, let me tell you the truth, it's better to read this before you go
🌟 Explore the Pearl of Southern Guangdong, step into the charming Chaoshan—here you will find not only a profound historical and cultural heritage, but also mouth-watering delicacies and a convenient and efficient transportation network. A journey with multiple experiences, we invite you to a unique trip to Chaoshan.
📝【Essential Attractions Recommendations】
1. Chaozhou Ancient City: Stroll through the quaint Paifang Street, visit the Guangji Bridge, one of the four ancient bridges in China, and feel the millennia of history. Ascend to the Han Wen Gong Temple to overlook the panoramic view of the ancient city and take in the charm of the eight scenic spots of Chaozhou.
2. Shantou Small Park: This is the core area of the old district of Shantou, where the arcade buildings blending Chinese and Western styles record the historical changes since Shantou's port was opened. The nearby Overseas Chinese Culture Museum allows you to deeply understand the journey of the Chaoshan people's overseas struggles.
3. Nan'ao Island: Under the blue sky and the azure sea, Nan'ao Island is the only island county in Guangdong Province, China, with rich marine ecological resources and unique cultural landscapes. Visit Qing'ao Bay, taste fresh seafood, and enjoy a leisurely seaside time.
.png【Travel Planning Suggestions】
We suggest you reserve 5-7 days to deeply explore Chaoshan:
• Day 1-2: Arrive in Chaozhou, visit the ancient city and surrounding attractions.
• Day 3: Travel from Chaozhou to Shantou, visit the Small Park and the Overseas Chinese Culture Museum.
• Day 4-5: Drive to Nan'ao Island, stay in a local B&B, and deeply experience the island's scenery and cuisine.
• Day 6: Return to Shantou, free time, you can choose to visit characteristic markets or enjoy leisure shopping.
• Day 7: End the pleasant journey and leave Chaoshan.
🍲️【Culinary Exploration】
Chaoshan is a paradise for foodies, from the famous beef hot pot, clay pot porridge to the unique Chaoshan rice noodle roll, oyster omelette, and the refreshing Kung Fu tea, each is enough to awaken your taste buds. Especially recommended to try various local snacks at the night market, letting you taste the charm of Chaoshan on the tip of your tongue.
Transportation Hub🚗:
Chaoshan area is convenient for transportation, with Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport, Shantou Station, and Chaozhou Station all having high-speed trains directly to Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and other places. Within the region, cities are easily accessible through highways or the public transportation system. If you want to go deeper into the countryside or scenic areas, renting a car for a self-driving tour is also an excellent choice.
Travel is not just about the destination, but also about the scenery and stories along the way. Come to Chaoshan, let us unveil her mysterious and enchanting veil together, and experience the unique charm of Lingnan. We look forward to every travel enthusiast to harvest full memories and emotions in this land rich in culture and cloud-like delicacies.
JOLIE SHERMAN
Chaozhou Ancient City | Why didn't anyone tell me before that Chaozhou is so photogenic!!
⛩️ The ancient city of Chaozhou is not big, but it really is a great place to take photos!! I ran out of phone storage because of all the pictures I took Who understands!!
📷 Here are a few spots that you must check out and the best angles to take pictures from –
(Guangji Tower)
Don't miss out on Guangji Tower at night!! The night view of Guangji Tower is so beautiful that you can take pictures randomly and they will still look good!! The best spot to take pictures of Guangji Tower at night is across the street! Your face won't be dark in the photos, and using a flash will make them look even better~ During the day, you can go up the stairs next to Guangji Tower, this spot is less crowded and also produces great photos~ You can also catch the sunset in the evening!! Another good spot is from Paifang Street, it's also picturesque, but there are more people, so you need to take pictures from a low angle to avoid the crowd –
(Guangji Bridge)
I missed the entry time when I went, so I could only take pictures from outside! Every day at five o'clock, there is a scene of 'crossing the river by dismantling the bridge', and there is a light show at night~ Standing by the bridge at night to take pictures is also quite nice –
(Chaozhou)
Navigate to 'Yuan Dan Jiu Liao' to get here, it's a red wall in an alley, the environment is a bit simple, but the pictures turn out quite well –
(Paifang Street)
Paifang Street is really suitable for street photography!! Along the street, there are local snacks that are delicious and fun to explore~ The 23 archways tell of Chaozhou's historical achievements!
W.ll.@m K.ng
Set off for a spontaneous weekend trip to the ancient city of Chaozhou
💁♀️Finally got a good rest
Gathered some friends
For a trip that we decided on a whim 😎
We booked our stay right inside the ancient city
✨Secluded✨ with an elegant environment
The rooms are very clean and comfortable to lie in
It's close to all the attractions
No matter where we go, it's super convenient
🌈Paifang Street
We came here first after settling in
It feels very cultural
There are a variety of shops
The street is full of life
It's a good place to eat when you're hungry
🐯The ancient city branch of Guantang Chaozhou Beef Hot Pot
A local favorite delicacy
An old shop of over ten years
The beef hot pot here tastes very authentic
🌈Kaiyuan Temple
A visit here is quite special
The whole environment is very peaceful
It's one of the famous landmarks
It's said that there were purple auspicious clouds during its construction
So many of the halls are named after this
🥭You can also visit Yi Garden
The ancient charm hits you in the face
The beauty of ancient architecture
You can feel it when you're there 🥑
Take a stroll along Huancheng West Road
Also saw some 🐝hidden delicacies
🐯Shangxi Goose Feast has been around for over thirty years 🥰
The taste is very authentic
😋Try the Chaozhou marinated goose
Afterwards, we went to Guanshan Tea House with friends 🐯
Quietly enjoying the moment
Chatting and drinking tea 🍵
Before leaving, we also took some Fenghuang Guancong tea
To give as souvenirs 🎁
🌈Guangji Bridge
The bridge is dismantled at 5 pm sharp
Remember to come early
Otherwise, you'll miss the best view
There's also a light show at night
Starting at eight o'clock
The night view is beautiful
Before heading back, we went to eat at Beimen Market
🐯Guantang Chao Fish Xian Fish Sashimi·Chaozhou Salted Raw·Pot Porridge
The food here is very authentic
The aroma is very tempting, you can eat a lot at once
As a final meal, it's really good
We're heading back now
Really liked this trip
Will come again
If you still don't know where to go for the Spring Festival, you must go to Chaozhou, which is antique, has a lot of food, and has a super strong New Year's flavor!!
First post the itinerary, 👏 welcome everyone to recommend and supplement
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📅My itinerary
Day 1⃣️: Chaozhou Ancient City - Paifang Street - Kaiyuan Temple - Xiangzi Bridge
Day 2⃣️: Chen Cizao's Former Residence - Zaiyang Teahouse
Day 3⃣️: Longhu Ancient Town - Return
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🏯Attractions Introduction:
1⃣️Chaozhou Ancient City: There are many alleys in the ancient city that are very lively, many small shops are very exquisite and suitable for check-in, you can discover it slowly.
2⃣️Paifang Street: Actually, it is the main street of Chaozhou Ancient City, which is more commercial, just stroll around.
3⃣️Kaiyuan Temple: An ancient and elegant temple, the eaves bell is really beautiful, don't miss the lucky bags and oil paper lantern walls in the temple.
4⃣️Xiangzi Bridge: The legendary bridge crossing the river, it looks good with aerial photography. If you don't have aerial photography, you can look at it on the city wall or on the shore. Tickets are required to go up the bridge.
5⃣️Chen Cizao's Former Residence: The former residence of overseas Chinese, it's really beautiful for taking pictures. This place actually belongs to Shantou, and tickets are required. Here you can see the process of making oil paper lanterns.
6⃣️Zaiyang Teahouse: Pros and cons, personal choice. The main thing is that the cost performance is not high, but the environment is good.
7⃣️Longhu Ancient Town: Compared with the ancient city, I prefer it here. The atmosphere here is more lively and simple, and there are many very good coffee shops and teahouses.
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🏨Accommodation recommendation: Don't live in the ancient city, firstly, the traffic is inconvenient, and it is difficult to carry luggage. Secondly, it is noisy in the ancient city, and the homestay rooms are also small. It is recommended to live in the new city area, a 15-minute journey, very convenient.
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🍜Food recommendation: Beef Kway Teow, Beef Hot Pot, Kway Juice, Oil Gan Juice, Chaoshan Fresh Pickles, Fish Raw Duck Shit Fragrant Lemon Tea, don't miss these, you really have to taste. A food guide will be out later!
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🚌Traffic recommendation: Chaozhou transportation is very convenient, high-speed rail can be done to Chaoshan Station, the airport is Jieyang Airport, it is more than half an hour's journey to the ancient city. It is not recommended to drive in the Chaozhou Ancient City, it is too congested, you can take a taxi.
JOY CASTILLO
Chaozhou Ancient City
Arrive at Chaoshan Station by high-speed rail, and take the K2 bus directly to Chaozhou Ancient City. The biggest feeling when you arrive in Chaozhou is that your stomach is not enough. Sashimi, pickles, clay pot porridge, rice noodles, beef hot pot, braised goose, herbal tea, it feels like it can't be arranged all at once. Even for eating, you have to stay at least two days, and you have to count the late-night snacks. Guangji Bridge is the focus of the trip to Chaozhou. The history of the bridge is needless to say. In order to understand the opening and closing of the bridge and the overall view in detail, you first need to take a long view on the Hanjiang Bridge. Choose the time before nine in the morning, at this time the bridge is not connected. After nine o'clock, the workers start to use the tugboat to drag the three floating boats docked on the side of the Han River to the center for connection. The process is very fast and it takes about 15 minutes to connect. After five o'clock in the evening, the floating boats are disassembled and towed to one side to dock. There is a light show at eight o'clock in the evening, the lights are very bright, which complements the majesty of Guangji Bridge.
BAILEY GILL
Chaoshan Ancient City
Chaoshan Ancient City. What can I say about this amazing area of Chaoshan. The streets blooming with business. Lots of shops to buy souvenirs and cultural artifacts. The street food, the best! Delicious street food to fill your stomach! Let’s not forget the delicious drinks being sold on, traditional drinks for you to try. This area is the best place to be. Lots to do and lots to see. Head out there during the nighttime. You will love every second of it. #newyearadventure
Rene Lee
Gate 2 Guangdong history! heart beef hotpot♥️
Also known as Teochew, Chaozhou ancient city is a gorgeous place to visit in Guangdong
Getting There - fast nd local trains, highways from Shenzhen, very easy to get over there
Attractions - the ancient city gate, river, bridge etc, a living museum
Hotels - the city is full of local and international hotel brand s
Food & Restaurants - well, visiting this past of the world and not eating beef hotpot would be called a mistake by most, but besides that is full of small local eateries with meatballs, empanadas, pasties etc
Shopping - souvenirs and ancient stuff as well as tea
#2023travelwish #mytripvlog #tripblazers #beachlife #campingglamping #spamagic #chaozhou #china #shenzhen #guandong #beefhotpot #awesomepic #resortstyle #romanticgetaway #gateaway
Gil around the world
Romantic Chaozhou 潮州
Chaozhou city is located in Guangdong, in the Chashan area. It is a pleasant blend of ancient and modern China that’s still largely undiscovered by foreign tourists. However, if you are the adventurous kind, a weekend stay in Chaozhou might just be the thing for you. The old town will surprise you with its endless sights, smells and flavours and at night the lights make the streets and buildings look like they are from a Disney movie.
Getting There - from Chaoshan Train station take a taxi or Didi.
Attractions - Old town, city wall, Song Dynasty stone bridge
Food & Restaurants - There are tons of places to eat, and the food within the old town area is quite good.#history #food #adventure #guangdong #chaozhou #ancientlandmark
LeBadinage
Recommended Chaozhou Ancient City Tour Route:
⛱️Must-see attractions: Han Yu Memorial Hall (Han Wen Gong Temple), Guangji Bridge, Paifang Street, Chaozhou West Lake, etc.
🌄Travel tips: Route 1: Visit Han Wen Gong Temple, look up at Han Mountain, gaze at Han River, reread "The Crocodile Memorial," and feel the deep historical imprint left by Han Yu in Chaozhou. Visit Guangji Bridge on the east bank.
Route 2: Walk through the central axis of Chaozhou Ancient City, check in at Paifang Street, visit the Prince Consort's Mansion, and experience the cultural atmosphere of Chaozhou.
Route 3: View the floating Guangji Bridge on the west bank of Han River, enjoy the view of Han River along the riverside corridor, and return to Beige Buddha Lamp.
Route 4: For museum lovers, Xiangqiao District Museum, Wood Carving Museum, and Chaozhou Kiln Museum have few collections, but they are great places to escape the summer heat. They are all in the center of the ancient city and are very close to each other.
Route 5: Taste Chaozhou cuisine, such as Guantang Brothers, Abin Beef Hot Pot, Chaozhou Raw Marinated, and Raw Boiled Porridge. Walk a few hundred meters west of Kaiyuan Temple to find several braised goose shops. Goose meat is also a representative dish of Chaozhou worth tasting.
Route 6: Fuzhou Three-piece Set, West Lake, Kaiyuan Temple, and Zhenhai Tower. Those who know, know.
Route 7: Stroll through the ancient city, enjoy the bright night view of Chaozhou Ancient City, and experience the Chaozhou Cultural Market. The night views of Guangji Tower and Guangji Bridge are great.
🏨Accommodation tips: Hanshi Yue Hotel People's Square Branch is not far from Chaozhou Ancient City. The rooms are small, but the hotel is cost-effective during holidays.
💗Other tips: It is recommended to make a reservation in advance for Han Yu Memorial Hall. The weather in Chaozhou is changeable, so bring clothes for layering and rain gear.
oliverdragonfly
A newly opened Arabian-style homestay in Chaozhou, Chaozhou...
Who can understand me⁉️ I found a newly opened, very unique Arabian royal-style boutique homestay again!!! It's beautiful and comfortable, and the photos taken here are amazing👍👍👍
As soon as we entered, we saw the pointed arches, symmetry, bright colors, and gorgeous architectural style. You can experience exotic customs without going abroad. The natural marble carvings, solid wood stairs, wood carvings, murals, copper carvings, inlays, etc. here... are really beautiful, I love them🤎
This is a single-family boutique homestay with a total of 13 rooms with double beds. Each room has a bath or bathtub. The decoration is carefully arranged, with sufficient lighting and complete facilities.
✅ Morgan smart system throughout the house
✅ Refrigerator, tea set, smart toilet, hair dryer, umbrella, body fat scale, toiletries, etc.
✅ Free laundry and drying service
Comfortable and considerate, and it is located at the intersection of Paifang Street and Xima Road. There are many delicacies nearby, and popular attractions such as Guangji Bridge, Kaiyuan Temple, and Zhenhai Tower are also nearby. We were reluctant to check out~~~
🏠: Chao Hotel·Royal Marrakech
📍: No. 14 Tangping Road, Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou City
Henry234 Price
Chaozhou is an ancient city full of life.
Chaozhou is a place where people inherit ancient culture, and the aroma of Kung Fu tea fills the streets and alleys. Chao embroidery is exquisite, and every stitch is a craftsman's heart. There are also lively temple fairs, dragon and lion dances. Chaozhou people are hospitable, and every step in the ancient city is full of rich cultural atmosphere.💕
LiteraryLegends
Personal Impressions of Visiting Chaozhou Ancient City
I previously visited Chaozhou Ancient City. The place is very large and was crowded with people when I went. There are various Chaozhou specialty foods and products available for purchase and appreciation. Additionally, there are ancient buildings from the Republic of China era for visitors to admire and take photos with. There are also archways that are great for photo opportunities. Overall, it's a great place to visit.
Fannyng 1967
Chaozhou, the crowd, the trendy.
Autumn Play | Chaozhou, a small southern city that I have been thinking about. During the National Day holiday, I felt the trend and the crowd of the popular check-in points such as Guangji Bridge and the ancient city, but what really attracted me was those hidden corners, with the story style of the film era coming towards us.
Chl03 @nd3rs0n
Travel Guide to Chaozhou.
Chaozhou is a historical and cultural city in Guangdong Province, China. It is famous for its unique Chaozhou culture, exquisite handicrafts, and delicious cuisine. Here are some of the must-see attractions in Chaozhou and their introductions.
Guangji Bridge
Guangji Bridge, also known as Xiangzi Bridge, is one of the four ancient bridges in China. It is famous for its unique opening and closing floating bridge design. During the day, you can enjoy the bustling scene of pedestrians and vehicles on the bridge. At night, the light show is even more beautiful. It is a landmark attraction in Chaozhou.
Archway Street
Archway Street preserves a large number of stone archways and arcade buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is a symbol of Chaozhou's ancient city. Here, you can not only feel the strong historical atmosphere, but also taste authentic Chaozhou snacks, such as beef hotpot and rice noodle rolls.
Kaiyuan Temple
Kaiyuan Temple is the largest Buddhist temple in Chaozhou, with a history of over a thousand years. The temple buildings are magnificent, and the Buddha statues are solemn. It is an important place to learn about Chaozhou's religious culture.
Han Yu Temple
Han Yu Temple was built to commemorate Han Yu, a literary giant of the Tang Dynasty. The temple has three floors of halls and pavilions, displaying steles and cultural relics. It is an important part of Chaozhou culture.
West Lake Park
West Lake Park is a popular leisure destination for citizens due to its beautiful scenery and peaceful environment. You can take a walk, play chess, or drink tea here to experience the leisurely life of local residents.
Chaozhou Porcelain Inlay Museum
Chaozhou porcelain inlay is a unique folk art form. The Chaozhou Porcelain Inlay Museum showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and historical evolution of this art. It is a good choice for tourists who love traditional handicrafts.
Chaozhou Art Museum
Chaozhou Art Museum houses many works by local artists. If you are interested in Chaozhou's art and culture, this is a place worth visiting.
Xima Road Snack Street
Xima Road Snack Street is a gathering place for Chaozhou cuisine. You can taste various authentic Chaozhou snacks here to satisfy your taste buds.
Guangji Gate Tower
Guangji Gate Tower is located opposite Guangji Bridge. It is an ancient city tower with a history of over 600 years. Climbing the tower, you can overlook the entire Chaozhou ancient city.
When planning your trip to Chaozhou, it is recommended to allocate reasonable time for each attraction based on your personal interests and time schedule. In addition, Chaozhou's climate belongs to the subtropical monsoon climate, which is warm and humid all year round. However, the best tourist seasons are usually spring and autumn, when the weather is pleasant and suitable for outdoor activities. During your visit, please pay attention to environmental protection and respect local customs and habits to ensure a pleasant and meaningful travel experience.
Lucy.Moore@47
Three-day, two-night trip to Chaoshan from Nanchang - Chaozhou Edition.
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This trip was a pleasant surprise! There are flights from Nanchang to Jieyang almost every day for around CNY 200-300. That means you can get to Chaoshan in less than two hours for this price!
🌟 Chaozhou Edition
Chaozhou is actually quite small, and most of the attractions are concentrated. If you're short on time and only have one day to spend in Chaozhou, you can consider my route, which includes most of the must-see spots.
City walk route:
Archway Street➡️Yi Jing Market➡️Kaiyuan Temple➡️Xia Shui Men➡️Guangji Tower➡️Guangji Bridge➡️Xi Ma Road
TranscontinentalTales
The National Day holiday is coming, how about a trip to Chaozhou?
The National Day holiday is almost here
If you haven't decided where to go yet 🤔
Why not take a trip to Chaozhou 📍
As the saying goes, 'If you visit Guangdong but not Chaozhou, it's like you haven't been there at all'
Check out this ancient cultural city with a history of thousands of years ☑️
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p1️⃣ Xia Shuimen Tower
From here, you can enjoy a unique view of Guangji Tower, and the old Chaozhou coffee shop WATERCAFE is right next to it
p2️⃣ Guangji Tower
Also known as 'Hanjiang Tower', commonly referred to as 'East Gate Tower' by locals, it has a magnificent appearance
p3️⃣ Guangji Bridge
A famous opening and closing pontoon bridge in China, a well-known landmark in Chaozhou
p4️⃣ Shuiping Road
A bustling commercial street with many snacks
p5️⃣ Paifang Street
Twenty-two archways established for scholars and top scorers of the imperial examinations, dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties
p6️⃣ Shangxiping Road
An old street full of life, where many locals do business right at their doorsteps
p7️⃣ Kaiyuan Temple
Known as the first ancient temple in eastern Guangdong, it has been burning incense for 1300 years
p8️⃣ Xima Road
A very famous street in Chaozhou with many snacks
p9️⃣ Lihe Zhicha
A very distinctive milk tea shop on Xima Road, with the big characters 'Chaozhou' at the entrance, great for photos
p1️⃣0️⃣ Dayin Street
The road is shaded by green trees on both sides, full of life
p1️⃣1️⃣ Chaozhou West Lake
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of West Lake while strolling along the lakeside, very relaxing
p1️⃣2️⃣ Longzhu Pavilion
The 'Qian Lai' meme spot, take a photo from the stone bridge opposite, it's a lot of fun~
THEODORE BENSON
[Chaoshan Food Tour] Explore the exquisite flavors of the "World Food Capital".
🌟 Chaoshan, a magical place awarded the "World Food Capital" by the United Nations, not only has mouth-watering food, but also rich cultural heritage and beautiful natural scenery.
🏰 Chaozhou Ancient City, Paifang Street, Kaiyuan Temple, Guangji Bridge, each place is a witness to history, known as "a living ancient city".
🏞️ Shantou Old City, the small park with the style of the Republic of China, takes you back to that era full of charm.
🏝️ Nan'ao Island, lighthouse, beach, sunrise, this is a relaxing island paradise.
🍲 Chaoshan cuisine, fermented bean curd chicken wings, sand-flipped taro, oyster pancakes, beef balls, etc., each dish is a feast for the taste buds.
🗺️ Recommended route:
Chaozhou→Longhu Ancient Village→Danfuyuan→Paifang Street→Guangji Bridge→Han Wengong Temple
Shantou→Small Park→Chaoshan History Museum→Longyan Road Food Street
Nan'ao Island→Changshanwei Lighthouse→Windmill Mountain→Tropic of Cancer Landmark→Qing'ao Bay Beach
🚗 Traffic tips:
Free travel and self-driving are the best ways to explore Chaoshan, but considering the scattered attractions, it is recommended to hire a local private custom travel butler to save time and enjoy a perfect journey.
🍽️ Must-eat food list:
Beef hot pot, Chaoshan poison—raw pickles, casserole porridge, brine goose, sugar onion pancakes, salt water cakes, licorice fruit, etc., every bite is the taste of Chaoshan.
🌈 Chaoshan, a food island, a cultural treasure house, a natural paradise. There is not only food here, but also beautiful scenery and traditional folk customs. It is a destination that every traveler should not miss.
📸 Bring your camera, record every beautiful scenery and every dish in Chaoshan, and make this trip an unforgettable memory.
🌟 This holiday, let us explore the exquisite flavors of the "World Food Capital" in Chaoshan together!
brianna.likes.adenovirus
Chaozhou Jiadi Alley, every brick and tile tells a story
🏮🏮【A Stroll Through Time】Chaozhou Jiadi Alley, every brick and tile tells a story👣✨
Walking through the heart of the ancient city of Chaozhou, there is an old street that has been gently treated by time—Jiadi Alley🏘️. It is not just a road, but a whisper of millennia-old culture, a living fossil of historical features!
👀 Stepping into the alley is like stepping into a painting of the past. On both sides are well-arranged ancient buildings🏠, with green bricks and black tiles revealing the splendor and elegance of the past. Behind every door lies an unknown historical secret, waiting for you to gently unveil its veil...
📸 While strolling, don't forget to raise your phone and capture this unadorned ancient beauty. Every brick and stone, every door and window in the alley, makes for an excellent photo background, ensuring your social media feed instantly turns artistic!🖼️
🍜 Tired of walking? Why not find a street food stall and taste authentic Chaozhou cuisine. A bowl of steaming hot kway teow soup or a few pieces of crispy and delicious fried spring rolls are the best comfort for your taste buds!🤤
🌿 At night, Jiadi Alley has a unique charm. Lanterns hang high, light and shadow intertwine, and walking on the stone-paved road, it seems you can hear the echoes of history and feel the unique charm that belongs to Chaozhou.🌃
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Come to Chaozhou Jiadi Alley and let your soul embark on a spontaneous journey!🎒💕
Scarlett.Robinson@32
The person has returned to Jiangmen, but their stomach is still in Chaozhou
The person has returned to Jiangmen, but their stomach is still in Chaozhou.
💗Accommodation: 🏠Hansixi Lake (Ancient City Archway Store)
Before departure: We checked several rating apps~ This one ranked first☝️ Two king rooms for the weekend cost 1200💰, less than 600 per room (excluding breakfast)
Upon arrival: First place☝️ well-deserved! First of all, very convenient! The hotel entrance is directly opposite Chaozhou West Lake! Secondly, it is also very close to Paifang Street~ Convenience is the key~ Calling a car is also quick! Furthermore, the service attitude is very good👍 warm and courteous~ proactively helping tourists solve problems! Additionally, the tea bags in the room are very good~
💗Travel route👇
😎First day: West Lake👉Paifang Street👉Guangji Tower👉Guangji Bridge
🌟West Lake: You can row a boat, the gentle breeze is very comfortable😌
🌟Paifang Street: Mainly for eating, drinking, sightseeing, and taking photos. For specific recommendations and pitfalls, see the previous two articles!
🌟Guangji Tower: Remember to carefully appreciate the roof of the Tianhou Temple after climbing the corridor! Chaozhou porcelain inlay! The characteristic of blooming roofs~ really worth seeing!
🌟Guangji Bridge: Note that the ticket sales time is before 5 PM~
😎Second day: Kaiyuan Temple👉Prince Consort's Mansion👉Han Wen Gong Temple
🌟Kaiyuan Temple: Many people and tourists~ not a solemn temple~ instead, there are many photo spots~ photography enthusiasts will love it~
🌟Prince Consort's Mansion: 20💰 per person~ it takes about half an hour to finish~ but it is strongly recommended to hire a guide, very interesting~
🌟Han Wen Gong Temple: Fun way~ Check-in at the same spot as in the movie 'Never Say Die'! Serious way~ hire a guide~ worth listening to the stories slowly~ the leader of the Eight Great Prose Masters of the Tang and Song Dynasties~ worth savoring~
hea tour of Chaozhou~ 2 days is actually enough! Mainly eating and drinking! Hahaha😄
The above is a real consumption and real evaluation!
HappyCamper!
Exploring the Ancient Town of Chaozhou - A Journey Through a Thousand Years
🏮 Exploring the Ancient Town of Chaozhou - A Journey Through a Thousand Years 🚶♀
🌟 Impressions of the Ancient Town: Walking on the stone-paved roads of Chaozhou Ancient Town feels like stepping into an ancient yet vibrant world. Here, not only are traditional architectural styles preserved, but also the handicrafts and delicacies passed down through generations, making it a place you won't want to leave.
🛤 Travel Guide: Getting to this charming place is actually very convenient. From Guangzhou, it takes only about 2 hours by high-speed train to reach Chaozhou Station. After getting off the train, you can choose to take a bus or a taxi to the ancient town, which takes about half an hour.
🍜 Food Recommendations: When in Chaozhou, you must try the authentic Chaoshan beef hotpot! The delicious beef paired with special satay sauce brings happiness with every bite. Additionally, you must try the oyster omelette, rice noodle soup, and other local snacks, which will definitely leave you wanting more!
📸 Photo Spots: The East Gate Tower under the ancient city wall of Chaozhou is a great place for photos. The ancient architecture against the backdrop of blue skies and white clouds makes for stunning pictures. In the evening, you can also take a stroll along Binjiang Road, where the beautiful Han River under the lights will captivate you.
🌙 Night Tour Experience: Don't miss the night scenery of Chaozhou! Take a walk along the Han River, feel the evening breeze, and enjoy the unique tranquility and beauty of this ancient city.
Don't hesitate, plan a spontaneous trip now! In Chaozhou Ancient Town, every step reveals a new surprise. 🏃♂💨
Amelia345 Brooks
【Ultimate Exploration: Shantou & Chaozhou Food and Culture Twin Cities】
🌟【Special Forces Quick Guide】Two days and one night, unlock the food paradise of Shantou and Chaozhou, upgrade your taste buds and cultural journey simultaneously! 🚀Travel Tips:
Direct to Chaoshan Station, convenient high-speed rail, with a prime central location. To avoid the hassle of transfers, we wisely choose car rental services, with local veteran drivers at the helm, shuttling between Shantou and Chaozhou without hindrance, saving time and effort, making the journey smooth from the start. 🗺️Day 1: Shantou Taste Feast
👣Chaoshan Railway Site Park: The first stop of the journey, feel the blend of history and modernity. - 🎭Laomagong Theater: Ancient charm and modern style, listen to the melodious Chaozhou opera, and experience authentic culture. - 🏞️Shantou Small Park: Stroll through the century-old commercial port, exploring the arcade buildings that bear the marks of time. - 🏨Shantou Hostel: A popular check-in spot, leave your travel mark. - 🌅Xidi Park to Chaoshan Wharf: Enjoy the riverside scenery, shuttle by ferry, and feel the gentle sea breeze. - 🛍️Longyan Road: Explore the food street, let your taste buds dance among various snacks. 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: Boutique hotel next to Shantou Mixc City, combining prosperity and tranquility, adding a touch of comfort to your night. 🌙Night Tour Tip: Try the lively Shantou night market, let your taste buds continue to revel at night. 🌅Day 2: Chaozhou Cultural Deep Dive
🏮Paifang Street: Traverse the ancient street, each archway tells a story. - 🏯Kaiyuan Temple: Morning bell and evening drum, feel the tranquility and solemnity of the thousand-year-old temple. - 🌉Guangji Tower & Guangji Bridge: A bridge connecting north and south, ancient bridge with new charm, enjoy the scenery of Han River. - 📚Han Wen Gong Temple: Pay tribute to the sages, savor the profound cultural heritage of Han Yu. - 🏞️Chaozhou West Lake: Afternoon time, stroll by the lake, enjoy a moment of tranquility and beauty. 🏷️Travel Tips:
Plan ahead, arrange your time reasonably, make every moment fulfilling and meaningful. - Try local specialties such as beef hotpot, rice noodles, and Chaoshan clay pot porridge, let your taste buds dance freely. - Pay attention to weather changes, adjust your itinerary accordingly, and maintain a good mood. 🏷️Topic Tags:
PAIGE YATES
I've made a super detailed Chaozhou travel guide after two days and a night of planning!
Chaozhou, my beloved! I've done my homework for this trip📜, covering all aspects from dining and entertainment to accommodation and photography💯! I even got help from local foodies for the best advice, so everyone can go with confidence!
🚅 Transportation: It takes only 73 minutes from Xiamen Station to Chaoshan Station, with a ticket price of 95 yuan. After getting off the train, exit from the south exit and take a taxi to Chaozhou ancient city from the online car-hailing area, which costs about 50-60 yuan. Due to recent road construction, there might be detours, and the journey takes about half an hour.
🏠 Accommodation: I chose the Qu She Zhi Jian Inn located around Chaozhou ancient city, which is affordable and very quiet.
🐂 First meal: The Guantang Pengxiang Beef Hotpot at the south gate of Paifang Street, with freshly cut beef at reasonable prices. The brisket, tender meat, and marbled cuts are all so delicious that they'll make you scream!
🍱 Afternoon: Stroll around Paifang Street and taste various local snacks, like Huilai's mung bean cakes, Lao Bing Qi Cong Song's licorice fruits, Lao Xi Yuan's scallion sugar pancakes, Changyuan Qi Ji, and the Xima fish dumplings - a Chaozhou specialty snack made by hand, both the fish dumplings and fish noodles are so tasty~
🦆 Dinner: The Xi Chao sand pot porridge on Lvyong North Road, the seafood porridge cooked in the ancient method is super delicious, both fresh and sweet! And their various stir-fried dishes are also delicious, full of wok hei~
🎁 Souvenirs: The Chaozhou Four Treasures from Sanjia Specialties, with beautifully packaged boxes, look great for photos📸 and check-ins, and their Dancong tea is quite good, with the honey orchid fragrance highly recommended to buy~
🤩 Overall, Chaozhou is a great place to visit with family and friends, and the locals are very warm and hospitable. There are many attractions to visit and the cost of living is moderate. Come and experience the charm of this city!
Amelia Brooks Amelia37
This is not the ancient city of Fenghuang! It's Chaozhou! You must visit it at least once!
📍Detailed address: Xiangqiao District, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province
🚗Travel tips:
Take the high-speed train to Chaoshan Station. Then rent a car or take a taxi to the city center. It costs about 60 yuan to take a taxi to the city center
🗓Itinerary:
D1: Kaiyuan Temple - Chaozhou West Lake - Xu Fuma Mansion - Guangji Tower-Guangji Bridge
D2: Paifang Street - Han Wen Gong Temple - Chaozhou Thai Buddha Temple
🌟Highlights:
1. Guangji Bridge:
"The world's earliest lift bridge. The bridge is dismantled at 5:30 pm. There is a light show at 8 pm.
2. Guangji Tower:
Guangji Tower is also the entrance to the ancient city of Chaozhou. It looks majestic from the bottom up
3. Paifang Street:
23 Ming and Qing style archways and Nanyang-style arcades, more commercialized. But there are many Chaozhou specialty snacks, you can stroll around slowly
4. Kaiyuan Temple:
The oldest temple in Chaozhou history, the whole temple retains the layout of the Tang Dynasty and embodies the architectural essence of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties
5. Xu Fuma Mansion:
The mansion of Princess De'an of the Northern Song Dynasty and her consort Xu Yu. The only consort mansion built outside the capital in the country
6. Han Wen Gong Temple:
The earliest existing temple in China commemorating the Tang Dynasty literary figure Han Yu, where you can learn about various calligraphy works related to Han Yu
7. Chaozhou Thai Buddha Temple:
Instantly travel to Thailand, there are many Thai costumes for rent at the entrance, you can rent a set for photos~ But the place is not big, only suitable for taking photos, you can finish walking in about ten minutes
8. Longhu Ancient Village:
One of the top ten most beautiful ancient villages in Guangdong. Many ancestral halls and ancient houses have many years of history
📌Little Tips:
1. You can prepare stomach medicine and digestive tablets in advance to relieve dietary issues, the food is too delicious, you'll need to lean on the wall after each meal
2. There are many rickshaws near Paifang Street, you can choose to hire one, the driver will take you through the eight great sights of Chaozhou, the cost is about 100 yuan, which will be much more comfortable
3. Chaozhou's shared electric bikes cannot reach the area near Guangji Bridge, they will stop when approaching the destination, do not ride shared electric bikes to watch the Guangji Bridge light show
Extravagantmagnolia
Just came back from Chaoshan, let me tell you the truth, I suggest you read this before you go
I initially went to Chaoshan for the food
But the trip to Chaoshan in 2024 made me see it in a new light
The festive atmosphere, the warmth of the people, and their adherence to traditional culture moved me to tears. Having been to over 200 cities, I can responsibly say that this is the city with the richest New Year flavor, bar none
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One mention of 'really hitting the spot', and I'm really in Shantou.
Drinking authentic Chaoshan tea among the crowd in the small park
Getting stirred by the passionate 'Chinese War Dance' and English songs
Watching the sun slowly set and turn the water into a sea of oranges~
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Of course, Chaoshan is not just Shantou.
When you're in Chaoshan, you have to visit Chaozhou~
Come see the 'bridge dismantling after crossing' at Guangji Bridge
Witness the largest archway street
And have a steaming hot pot of porridge and beef hotpot
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👉How to play❓
Chaoshan 2️⃣ days 1️⃣ night travel itinerary:
Day1 Shantou Intangible Cultural Heritage Tour
Catholic Church - Cunxin Shantang - Guanyin Temple - Small Park - Houxi Village/Fenggang Village English song and dance performances
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Day2 Chaozhou Ancient City citywalk
Qinglong Ancient Temple - Guangji Bridge - Guangji Tower - Archway Street - Kaiyuan Temple - Zhenhai Tower - Guangji Tower night view
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👉Where to take photos❓
1️⃣ Guanyin Temple: The busiest rooftop in the country is right here, where Chinese classical literature is carved by craftsmen, exquisitely beautiful.
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2️⃣ Small Park: The buildings here have a very Hong Kong style, and you can take classic window views of the small park from the second floor of kcoffee
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3️⃣ English song and dance: There are performances throughout the entire first lunar month, you can check in advance which village starts the parade!
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4️⃣ Guangji Bridge: The prototype of 'bridge dismantling after crossing', part of it is connected by chained boats, which are dismantled at sunset
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5️⃣ Qinglong Ancient Temple: You can come here to ask for qian, which is said to be very effective~
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6️⃣ Chaozhou Ancient City: The night view of the ancient city is beautiful, and Archway Street looks amazing when shot with a telephoto lens
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👉How to get there❓
Chaoshan has a high-speed train station, and you can also fly directly here. Chaoshan is mainly divided into Shantou, Chaozhou, and Jieyang, each with different stations. If you have a car, it would be more convenient to drive.
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RYLIE LEONARD
Chaozhou | Experience the Retro Republican Era.
Experience the Retro Republican Era. ✨Arcades with Nanyang flavor on both sides. The unique overseas Chinese townscape combining Chinese and Western styles testifies to the prosperity of the ancient city of Chaozhou back in the day.✨
🌈Experience the slow life in Chaozhou and feel the long-standing historical charm of the ancient city.
The most anticipated moment is the night~~ When the lights are lit, the entire building becomes even more splendid and magnificent.
🐮Food in Chaozhou is indispensable, with various delicacies and Chaozhou hand-beaten beef balls that make your mouth water.⭐️
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🔥Must-visit attractions
✅Guangji Bridge: Known as one of the famous ancient bridges along with Zhaozhou Bridge, Luoyang Bridge, and Lugou Bridge.
✅Kaiyuan Temple: You can enter to worship and pray for blessings.
✅Han Wen Gong Temple: From the top, you can overlook the city of Chaozhou and the scenery of the Han River.
✅Beige Buddha Lamp: You can overlook most of Chaozhou's scenery, a great place for ancient costume enthusiasts to take photos.
✅Haiyang County Confucian Temple: Feel the spiritual influence brought by Confucianism. Chaozhou Ancient City Chaozhou Food Chaozhou Must-Visit Spots
珂珂-Katy
Chaozhou and Shantou
Most of Thai-Chinese people origin from Chaozhou/Shantou province. This trip for me is like back to ancestors.
Very strong in religion as you can find about of Buddha around the city in every corner. #ศาลเจ้า
Food flavored and varieties very similar such as #肉丸 #粿条 #蚝烙
Also a lot of scenic area especially ancients town in city center and it’s great for nice picture.
If you choose a place for relaxing with a good food, slow lifestyle for your short break recommend west lake #西湖,潮州 。