2024 Shaoguan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
The renowned historical and cultural city of Shaoguan (韶关) lies in northern Guangdong. The fact that the Shixia (石峡) culture thrived here during the Neolithic period proves that the people of this region were already an advanced civilization by that time. Surrounded by mountains, Shaoguan was a strategic military location. The mountainous terrain also makes for some beautiful natural scenery here. In addition, Shaoguan is inhabited by a concentration of minority peoples. The result is an area with highly diverse attractions. Danxia (丹霞) Mountain, a national scenic area; Nanhua (南华) Temple, the birthplace of Nanzong Zen; and the site of the discovery of the “Maba Man” are among the local sights.
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Shaoguan is a seriously underestimated city! 2 days and 1 night guide is here
Shaoguan is a seriously underestimated city! 2 days and 1 night guide is here ||| When visiting Guangdong, don’t just visit Chaoshan, Huizhou, Qingyuan, and Shunde. I have to say that Shaoguan is a seriously underestimated and good place to travel in Guangdong! !
Not long ago, Zhang Songwen appeared in Shaoguan City! I'm very curious about Shaoguan, so I'll take advantage of the weekend to check it out!
Arrange a 2-day and 1-night weekend trip that is suitable for all ages:
day1⃣️:
Fengcai Building➕Centennial East Street (Photography➕Food)
🌟Fengcai Building
Admission is free. It was built in memory of Yu Jing, a famous minister of the Northern Song Dynasty. It is one of the landmarks of Shaoguan. You can feel the ancient buildings and the life of the people of Shaoguan.
🌟Centennial East Street
A must-visit retro street in downtown Shaoguan. Friends who like to take photos can spend a day here!
City Walk has great movies, so you can check out Binlu and Guangzhou Guild Hall! !
day2️⃣
Souvenir Street (Yunlongting Road) ➕ Fengdu Pedestrian Street ➕ Qingshi Street Food Check-in (Pure Food Check-in)
🌟There are three famous snack shops in the local specialty street (Yunlongting Road): Macro Small Restaurant, Tiancui Dessert Shop, and Dongjiang Tofu Shop
🌟Fengdu Pedestrian Street: Check out Zhang Songwen’s same milk tea: Uncle Dao Tea Shop!
🌟Qingshi Street: Shaoguan’s famous late-night restaurant, you must try the food there at night
Recommended: Beiyuan snacks, special alum-free crispy fried dough sticks
I have to say that Shaoguan tourism is very cost-effective!
Two days in Shaoguan cost less than 300
All the fun and interesting attractions in the city are 🆓!
Everyone can rush on the weekend! !
Danxia Yinyuan Stone & Xianglong Lake
On the downhill of Zhanglao Peak of Danxia Geopark, another famous spot is named "Yinyuan Stone" (as opposed to "Yangyuan Stone" in the other area) for visitors to take snapshots. Afterward, enjoy the boat ride on the lake where the water surface looks like a sky mirror.
#awesomepic#nationalpark#境外遊
Bustling downtown of Shaoguan
Before heading to your main attraction in this city, stop by for a night of visit to the city centre of the Northern Guangdong regional hub, as this vibrant city may surprise you if you like shopping.
#urbanexplorer#境外遊
Danxia Mountain Travel Guide [Recommended Route]: It is recommended to travel to Danxia Mountain for four days. If you don't catch up, you will not waste time. If you have enough time, you can go to the surrounding ancient villages.
four-day itinerary:
Day1: Departure place - Danxia Mountain Scenic Area
Day2: Morning: Yangyuan Stone - Dengyang Yuanshan - Yunya Plank Road - Ximei Village - Jiujiu Ladder - Tiansheng Bridge; Ropeway Double Cheng - - Visitor Center
Day3: Bamboo rafting - Bazhai Mountain Foot - Bazhai Scenic Area
Da4: Return or go to the surrounding ancient villages like Xiafu Ancient Village, Shitang Village It is worth to take a look.
Three-day tour boutique route:
Day1: Departure place - Danxia Mountain Scenic Area
Day2: Waishanmen Yangyuan Stone Yunyan Plank Road Jiayu Pavilion Ximei Village Jiujiu Ladder Tanbuyan Yangyuan Mountain Lunch Tiansheng Bridge Seal Stone, Lion Rock Stay in Danxia Mountain at night;
Day3: Morning Mountaineering (by cable car) Guanri Pavilion (viewing sunrise) Middle-level breakfastBiechuan TempleJinshiyan (downhill after going down) Xianglong LakeYinyuanshiOriginal Road ReturnDown Mountain LunchJinjiang by Boat TourAnnual Exit of Yangyuanshan PierOutside the Mountain Gate in the afternoon.
[Site tickets]:
1. Guangdong Shaoguan Danxia Mountain Adult Ticket: 200 yuan; online booking: 140 yuan
2. Tickets for admission to Danxiashan Bazhai Scenic Spot: 60; online booking: 50 yuan
3. Danxia Mountain Water Danxia Adult Ticket: 90 yuan; online booking: 80 yuan
4. Bamboo rafting: FIT: 100 yuan; team: 90 yuan; children: 50 yuan.
5. Cableway: One-way fare: 40 yuan / person, up and down fare: 60 yuan / person, children's fare: 25 yuan / person.
Nanhua Temple in Shaoguan | I envy people in Guangdong who can visit this thousand-year-old temple.
|||Start the new year with a trip
My first trip in Guangdong this year was to Nanhua Temple in Shaoguan 🙏🏻
I've been longing to visit this thousand-year-old temple since I was 18.
I've heard the story of the Sixth Patriarch hundreds of times 🙏🏻
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Nanhua Temple is known as the "First Temple in Eastern Guangdong" and is one of the most famous Buddhist temples in China. It is the birthplace of the "Southern School of Zen" promoted by the Sixth Patriarch Huineng.
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⭐️ The Mahavira Hall houses the only group of 500 Arhats carved in the Song Dynasty in China
⭐️ The Ancestral Hall enshrines the true bodies of the Sixth Patriarch, Master Hanshan, and Master Dantian
⭐️ Behind the mountain is the stupa of Master Xuyun
⭐️ The Ancestral Hall has introductions to Shakyamuni Buddha, the Sixth Patriarch, and Master Hanshan, and the praises are all verses of enlightenment
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Shaoguan Yin Xue Hotel | A dreamland on your journey.
| A dreamland on your journey.
In the picturesque landscape of Shaoguan, Yin Xue Hotel is like a dazzling pearl, exuding charming brilliance, quietly waiting for travelers to explore.
Stepping into Yin Xue Hotel, the first thing that catches your eye is its unique architectural style. Combining the local cultural characteristics of Shaoguan with modern minimalist design concepts, every line and every brick seems to tell the history and future of this city. The lobby is spacious and bright, with high ceilings and chandeliers casting soft light on the polished marble floor, creating a luxurious yet cozy atmosphere.
The hotel's rooms are a feast for the eyes and the soul. Opening the door, the warm and elegant decor instantly relaxes you. Soft beds, clean sheets, every detail reveals a persistent pursuit of quality. The rooms are equipped with modern facilities, including high-speed wireless internet and smart TVs, and from the windows, you can enjoy the green mountains and rivers of Shaoguan or the bustling city streets, allowing you to fully appreciate the charm of Shaoguan from the comfort of your room.
Food is also a highlight of Yin Xue Hotel. The restaurant gathers the essence of cuisines from various places, and the local specialties of Shaoguan are particularly mouth-watering. The tender Beijiang fish, carefully cooked by the chef, melts in your mouth, and the fresh aroma spreads on your taste buds; and the uniquely flavored Meiling goose king, spicy and satisfying, every bite is filled with the enthusiasm and generosity of the people of Shaoguan.
When night falls, the hotel's leisure area becomes lively. You can sweat it out in the gym, releasing the fatigue of the day; or gather with a few friends in the quiet book bar, sipping tea and reading, sharing interesting stories from your journey; or soak in the outdoor hot spring pool, letting the warm spring water envelop your body, gazing at the stars, and enjoying this rare tranquility and comfort.
Shaoguan Yin Xue Hotel is not just a place to stay, but an unforgettable travel experience. Here, you will receive warm service, a comfortable environment, and beautiful memories. We look forward to meeting you at Yin Xue Hotel and embarking on a wonderful journey in Shaoguan together.
The simple and unadorned Nanhua Temple.
Having lived in Guangdong for more than 20 years, I have heard many legends about Nanhua Temple, such as the Sixth Patriarch Huineng and Shenlong Spring.
This was my first visit to Nanhua Temple. Overall, I felt that this was a simple and unadorned temple, without magnificent halls, bell towers, or carved beams and painted rafters, but there were still many people burning incense.
There is a large parking lot on the right side of the temple gate, and parking is free.
Tickets are CNY 20 per person.
I went to eat with Shaoguan locals...it was delicious! ! !
This island porridge town is probably the memory of many Shaoguan people.
I heard from people around me that they grew up eating snacks.
Went there for lunch that day and had to wait for a table. It's still so popular today.
The seats are all upstairs, and there are many places in the lobby.
There are also private rooms to choose from.
Choose refreshments and snacks in the lobby, what you see is what you get.
This kind of push cart dim sum is really rare, and this one is probably the only one in Shaoguan.
Shrimp dumplings, chicken feet, pork ribs, beef ribs,
These classic tea snacks are made authentically here.
The taste is also very good, and it is worthy of being popular for so many years.
Liwan Tingzai porridge, this one is relatively light.
But the taste is still very good, it is warm and delicious when you drink it!
The snacks are also good, such as swan durian cake and coconut milk cake.
It’s exquisite and delicious, who doesn’t love this! !
In Shaoguan, Guangdong!! A hidden and quiet place.
In Shaoguan, Guangdong!! A hidden and quiet place. 😌
Lingxi River in Danxia Mountain ~ 3 hours from Guangzhou, enjoy nature, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, like entering a paradise. 💗
Lingxi Pavilion B&B in Danxia Mountain is located inside the scenic area, with shuttle buses in and out, which is very convenient for playing. There are many kinds of play items, it is recommended to take the cable car when going up the mountain, and take the small train when going down the mountain, the scenery along the way is very beautiful, there is a feeling of being in Switzerland, very suitable for parent-child travel. There are also horse riding and camping. The housekeeper said that mid-December is the best time to see red maple, which lasts until early January. 💕
There are many room types to choose from in the B&B. The mountain view room I stayed in is Japanese style, with wooden furniture, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery outside the window at the same time, and relax your body and mind. The breakfast place is in a cabin, with the Christmas atmosphere full of Nordic atmosphere. 😘
If you want to escape from the fast-paced city for a short time, this is the best place to come! 🥰
Take a photo with the wilderness of Shaoguan | A complete guide to a one-day tour.
| A complete guide to a one-day tour. ✨ Here is a great one-day tour of Shaoguan. Take your parents on a self-driving tour to Nanhua Temple, Bishuitan, and Luokeng Grassland, and leave beautiful memories in the wilderness of Shaoguan 📸
🚗 Route
Guangzhou - Nanhua Temple - Bishuitan - Luokeng Grassland
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🔔 Attractions
📍 Nanhua Temple
Nanhua Temple, a thousand-year-old temple, is a cultural treasure of Shaoguan 😎. As soon as you step into the temple, you can feel its solemn atmosphere. The red walls and green tiles, and the ancient trees 🌳, every corner is full of historical charm. Here, you can worship the Buddha devoutly and pray for yourself and your family 🙏. The photos taken here are also very artistic 📷. Standing in the courtyard of the temple, with the ancient buildings as the background, the photos are full of artistic atmosphere.
📍 Bishuitan
After leaving Nanhua Temple, we came to Bishuitan, which is like a fairyland 🧚. The water in the pool is crystal clear, green as jade, and the water surface is sparkling. The photos taken here have a filter effect. Remember to bring a swimsuit so you can play in the water ✨
📍 Luokeng Grassland
The endless grassland is like a huge green carpet, making people want to run on it. There are also herds of cattle and sheep on the grassland. They graze leisurely, like a pastoral picture 🐏🐄. Here, you can enjoy the beauty of nature and have an intimate contact with the wilderness. The captured moments are full of vitality and freedom 💕
🎈 Tips for a one-day tour of Shaoguan:
☑️ Sun protection: You will be outdoors all day, so be sure to protect yourself from the sun. Bring sunscreen, a sun hat, sunglasses, etc., or you will get tanned.
☑️ Transportation: Self-driving is more convenient, and you can arrange your time and itinerary freely.
☑️ Food recommendation: Shaoguan has many special foods, such as Shaoguan chicken pot, sour bamboo shoots stewed duck, Zhangcun pig blood, etc.
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💕 Come to Shaoguan and take a photo with the wilderness! Go to a place without a ceiling~
Experience the Caoxi Hot Spring Resort Villa Hotel. Let's experience it together!
🌿🌲When it comes to hot springs, there are so many choices! There are all kinds of hot spring pools with high, medium, and low temperatures, as well as milk pools, medicinal pools, flower pools, and more. There are so many to choose from!
I tried fish therapy for the first time, and it was really eye-opening! 🐟🐠 The tingling sensation was really amazing!
🛀🧖♀️After soaking in the hot spring, take a bath with bath salts and then steam in the sauna. It really takes away all the fatigue of the day!
🍰The breakfast buffet is full of surprises, with all kinds of delicious food to satisfy your taste buds!
🚌The transportation is also convenient, and the hotel provides a free shuttle bus to make your trip worry-free!
🏡The villa is luxurious and comfortable, with great privacy, making it suitable for family or friends traveling together.
If you visit Shaoguan, make sure to visit these places before you leave.
Great places to visit in Shaoguan
Image 1: "Nanhua Temple" has many pigeons of different colors, perfect for photos
Image 2: "Bainian East Street" is a charming old street, a great place for food, drinks, and fun
Image 3: "Lvyin Railway" is in Yutang Village, Qujiang District! Like a time tunnel, the entrance to a fairy tale world
Image 4: "Mengzhouba Sluice" is a great place to watch the sunset, and there's a night market
Image 5: "Longgui Shezhu Bridge" has rice fields nearby, and you can visit Longgui Granary
Image 6: "Shaoguan Locomotive" is perfect for retro Japanese-style photos, with many old trains
Image 7: "Nanhua Temple" is taken outside Nanhua Temple Square
Image 8: "Guangming Lane" is an old street with afternoon light and shadow, perfect for photos
Image 9: "Huanggang Mountain" is accessible by car, and the photos have a La La Land vibe
Image 10: "Small Houses from Huanggang Mountain" are colorful, photogenic, and have a fairy tale town vibe
Image 11: "Huilong Mountain" is a great place to hike, watch the sunset, and see the city at night
Image 12: "Beijiang" can be photographed from Huilong Mountain with a telephoto lens
Image 13: "Ruyuan Daqiao Town Wild Pond" is a quiet village with very old stone houses
Image 14: "Mengzhouba Night Market" is a place for food, drinks, and fun, and you can watch outdoor movies at night
I love Shaoguan. The pace is slow, but it brings a lot of romance!
Penelope Rodriguez Ivy-25 Hiking Spot in Guangzhou, China
If you’re looking for a nice hiking spot in Guangzhou consider checking out Mao Feng Shan near Baiyun district.
With this hike there’s plenty of routes and paths to choose from whether you’re looking for a quick 1-2 hour hike or an all day trail. There’s some beautiful look out points and plenty of beautiful greenery all around.
Some important things to bring are bug spray and sunglasses as there were quite a few small bugs flying around and getting into your eyes.
nice view from saoyanglou
Treasure Route: A Perfect Encounter of History and Nature.
Hey, dear friends! 👋🌟 If you're still wondering where to go this weekend, let me take you to Shaoguan, a city full of mystery and historical charm. Let's unveil its secrets together! 🎭🏰
🌈 Day 1: [Depart from various places️✈|🚄 Arrive in Shaoguan]
🔶 Activity: Shaoguan 🚗 Private transfer from airport/station ➠ Hotel check-in
🔶 Experience: Shaoguan Citywalk free activities 🎈 Taste Shaoguan's local delicacies
Upon arrival in Shaoguan, our private car will be waiting for you at the airport or train station to take you to the hotel. After settling in, you can start your Shaoguan Citywalk, freely exploring the unique charm of this city. Don't forget to try the local cuisine and let your taste buds travel too!
🌄 Day 2: [🚗 Danxia Mountain Full-Day Tour]
🔶 Activity: Danxia Mountain ➠ Changlao Peak ➠ Yinyuan Stone ➠ Yangyuan Mountain ➠ Fengcai Tower ➠ Century-old East Street
🔶 Experience: Admire the wonders of Danxia landform & stroll through Shaoguan
On this day, we will delve deep into Danxia Mountain, exploring every corner of it. The grandeur of Changlao Peak, the peculiar Yinyuan Stone and Yangyuan Mountain will leave you in awe. In the afternoon, we will stroll through Fengcai Tower and Century-old East Street, experiencing the history and culture of Shaoguan.
📜 Day 3: [🚗 Cultural Shaoguan]
🔶 Activity: Nanhua Temple ➠ Lion Rock ➠ Maba Man Museum ➠ Zhang Jiuling Memorial Park ➠ Northern Expedition Memorial Hall
🔶 Experience: Travel through time, visiting Shaoguan's historical and cultural sites
On this day, we will take you on a journey through time, visiting Shaoguan's historical and cultural sites. The tranquility of Nanhua Temple, the mystery of Lion Rock, the history of Maba Man Museum, and the stories of Zhang Jiuling Memorial Park and Northern Expedition Memorial Hall will give you a deeper understanding of this city.
🛫 Day 4: [Shaoguan 🚗 Private transfer to station]
🔶 Activity: Sleep in naturally ➠ 🎈 All-day private transfer to airport/station, Shaoguan Airport/High-speed Rail Shaoguan Station
🔶 Experience: Return with joy ➠ Happily return to your cozy home ✨
On the last day in Shaoguan, you can sleep in naturally, and then our private car will take you to the airport or train station. With a heart full of memories and satisfaction, return with joy and happily go back to your cozy home.
This is not just a trip; it's a touch of the soul, a cultural exploration, and a feast for the taste buds. Shaoguan, a place favored by the heavens, is waiting for your arrival. So, my friends, don't hesitate, pack your bags, and let's set off together! 🎒🚀
Shaoguan's stewed soup is the best, no objections accepted.
Who hasn't tried De Weixian yet?!
The soup is full of ingredients, does the boss really make money?
I love their durian chicken soup
Two large pieces of durian, the soup is overflowing
The soup base is mixed with chicken and coconut water
The whole bowl of soup is super sweet
Every time I go, my mom and I each have a bowl, very satisfying~
Their barbecue is also on point!
All the ingredients are fresh
The boss will also take it out for you to see
Guaranteed freshness!!
I love their grilled squid, the meat is very chewy
Having a bowl of soup and some barbecue at night is really comfortable~
🥣: De Weixian Food
📍: Shop 9-5, Shiliting Avenue, Zhenjiang District, Shaoguan City
This is another Shangri-La!
Ma Ba Luokeng Prairie in Shaoguan is really beautiful. The scenery is beautiful, there are few people, and it is comfortable.
⛰【Attractions Guide】
📍Detailed address: Near Zhongba Village, Luokeng Town, Qujiang District, Shaoguan City
🚗Traffic strategy: You need to drive by yourself. Baidu navigation to Luokeng Prairie is to the entrance parking lot of the prairie.
🕙Opening hours: all day
💰Ticket price: free
🌟Highlights:
1. Prairie camping: Luokeng Prairie is China's best camping site TOP3. You can sit on the vast prairie with cows and sheep~ If you encounter a good night, you can see the stars.
2. Big cave exploration: There is a mysterious natural cave near the prairie, with unique and beautiful stalactites. Bold friends can explore this natural beauty.
3. Luokeng Tea Garden: The whole tea garden exudes a faint fragrance of tea, refreshing, the environment is very good, you can sit and chat with family and friends.
4. Bonfire party & barbecue: Light a bonfire at night, everyone sings and dances around the bonfire, interactive games, barbecue, will make people feel warm and happy.
📌Small Tips:
1. There are no public toilets nearby, you can bring a mobile tent to solve it. There is no problem putting the car in the car.
2. There are a lot of mosquitoes, remember to bring mosquito repellent water.
3. Bring enough drinking water, the stream is very clear and can be cleaned.
4. The flat ground is relatively large, you can bring a kite, and flying a kite during the day is also good.
5. Remember to get up early to watch the sunrise when camping in summer! The morning dew hits the grass, and the morning sun shines on the dew, crystal clear! It's a great experience!
"Gu Yu is a famous county, and Shaoguan is a city of elegance."
Shaoguan Museum is located at No. 90, Industrial West Road, Wujiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province, covering an area of 10,300 square meters and a building area of 7,500 square meters. The exhibition is mainly divided into "Prehistoric Period", "Bronze Age", "Qin, Han and Six Dynasties", "Sui, Tang and Song Dynasties", "Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties", "Great Revolution Period", "Red Army Period", "Anti-Japanese War Period", and "Liberation War Period". The treasures of the museum: Western Jin Dynasty soybean brown glazed pottery plow harrow field model, Eastern Jin Dynasty soybean brown glazed pottery paddy field operation model, Eastern Han Dynasty Hu figurine seat pottery lamp.
Planning to stay here for the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays.
✅The homestay is a good choice for students, couples, and families. It's great value for money.
We found a nice homestay apartment for you. 🏡
Layout as shown in the picture: (There are many room types, but we only took pictures of the one we stayed in)
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✅Duplex apartment 🏩 Clean big bed 🛏 Bright dressing table 🪞 Hidden large-capacity wardrobe, refrigerator, air conditioner, washing machine, water heater, etc.
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✅The shower room is small but fully equipped
Slippers 🩴 Towels, hair dryer, toiletries 🧴 etc. HD projection screen 🎥 Comfortable sofa 🛋 Cozy dining table. Poly Plaza is downstairs, where you can eat, drink, and have fun! Convenient transportation, close to the 🚘 high-speed railway station 🚄! The experience is good. You can cook. Short-term and long-term rentals, parties, and parties are available.
Shaoguan's new dessert shop, you can't miss the desserts starting from 3 yuan.
The prices are surprisingly low! Starting from 3 yuan per bowl, it's really a good deal😭 I originally went for the thin-skinned dumplings, but I didn't expect that they had new desserts, so I had to try them!
✔️Rich turtle dessert, the small turtle is Q and duangduang, there are really turtles in the turtle jelly, it's great for clearing heat and detoxifying.
✔️Ada green bean paste, Ada is glutinous and chewy, the green bean paste has a strong tangerine peel flavor.
✔️Green water ghost double skin milk, the appearance is super high and not sweet, a bowl is not greasy.
✔️Cantonese preserved meat radish cake, fresh and delicious, dipped in their chili sauce, the bottled kind, super good 7.
✔️Fresh shrimp and crab roe steamed dumplings, one bite, full of crab roe, thin skin and lots of filling.
✔️Original stew
There are three kinds of stews (coconut stewed chicken, American ginseng stewed chicken, bitter gourd and soybean stewed ribs) hehe I like bitter gourd ribs the most, I've been staying up late recently and getting hot, so I just had a bowl to reduce the heat. The soup is very sweet, the bitter and sweet taste of bitter gourd is integrated into the soup, and the bitter gourd has no bitter taste when eaten. The soybeans are stewed just right, not too soft, and the ribs are also well selected! As a lover of bitter gourd, soybean and rib soup, I am very satisfied and will drink it next time!
Shop name: Cai Yujiao·Famous Thin-skinned Steamed Dumplings (Qingshi Street Store) Shaoguan·Guangdong
Business hours: 9:00-22:00
Address: Qingshi Street, Zhenjiang District, Shaoguan City (No. 1, Dongdi Heng Road)
Shaoguan Pedestrian Street/Hidden curry rice shop in the alley.
👀Found a delicious curry rice shop!
The eggs are tender and smooth, the chicken is very fragrant, and all are fresh chicken
The curry tastes good, just a little more meat haha
Cold mixed lettuce is also delicious and appetizing!
I feel that their pickles should also be delicious, try next time!
There is a cute golden retriever in the store🦮
The store is very small with 1 table, 1 small table and a window seat~
🏨Thai Alley
📍In the alley behind Fengdu Square (towards Ren'ai Road)
Guangdong Little Bali Resort Hotel! Welcome everyone!
Hey, darlings! There's an amazing vacation spot in Guangdong, and that's the Guangdong Little Bali Resort Hotel!
As soon as you step in, wow, it's like diving into a dreamy tropical paradise. The surroundings are lush with greenery and blooming flowers, and the fresh air rushes in, instantly blowing away the hustle and bustle of the world and all your worries.
The hotel's guest rooms are simply extraordinary. Each room is meticulously designed! Spacious and bright, with super cozy and comfortable decor. The soft beds and exquisite furniture exude quality and elegance everywhere. Open the window, and you'll either see the lush mountain scenery or the sparkling lake view. In such tranquility, relaxation reaches its peak.
The facilities here are top-notch. The huge swimming pool is crystal clear, and with the blue sky, white clouds, and tropical plants, it looks like a stunning painting. Swimming in it, with splashing water, feels incredibly refreshing. There's also a super comfortable SPA center, where professional therapists provide various relaxing treatments, instantly relieving all your stress. The gym is equipped with advanced equipment, allowing you to work out anytime.
The service is incredibly attentive. The staff is very warm and friendly! From the moment you check in, they treat you like family. Whether it's carrying luggage, room service, or dining recommendations, they meet your every little wish with a super professional attitude and efficient actions.
Vacationing here is truly delightful. Swim in the pool, sunbathe on the loungers, or stroll in the garden, and you'll feel the beauty and tranquility of life. Guangdong Little Bali Resort Hotel is definitely a vacation paradise that you won't want to leave once you arrive!
Shaoguan Edition Little Guilin|A Straight Path for Beginners
Previously, there were always some followers asking me 🙋🏻
Is there a mountain in Shaoguan suitable for beginners to climb ⛰️
With good scenery and not too difficult or tiring~
Here it comes, the Shaoguan Edition Little Guilin⛰️
Wanted to watch the sunset, but the weather was not right, it started to thunder⚡️
It takes about 1 hour to climb up⏰ For those with less stamina, it takes about 1.5 hours
The path is easy to walk, the difficulty is really low~ but most of the path needs to be cleared by yourself😂
Clearing the path takes time, remember to wear long sleeves and pants😂
To avoid getting cut by wild grass or pricked by trees, you can refer to my last picture✌🏼
There is only one path up the mountain, don't get lost
Thank you all for liking my outdoor notes📝
I also love the outdoor photos you share💕
If you know any other beautiful mountains⛰️ or interesting outdoor activities in Shaoguan, let me know💚
🏠: Qimashi (Directly navigate🧭 and look to the right when you arrive, there is a hiking sign) It's very close, 25 kilometers from the city center
Shaoguan Internet-famous Homestay
Wow! I really love the overall wooden style decoration when entering the hotel room!
The homestay has an outdoor swimming pool, an open team-building area, and a camping area. It's simply too comfortable and highly recommended.
Visit - Shaocheng "Forty-Eight" Shaozhou Park at Sunset
■ Shaozhou Park, located in the Xihe area of Wujiang District, Shaoguan City, is a newly built comprehensive park, a good place for citizens to relax and exercise.
■ It has been a few months since I last came here. I still remember the last time I came was during the "Dragon Boat Water" period, and today it is already "Beginning of Autumn." Days pass by one by one, no wonder the ancients said time flies like an arrow... and I don't even know what I've done, feeling like I've wasted time. Although today has entered the "Beginning of Autumn" solar term, the temperature is still very high. Even at six o'clock under the setting sun, the temperature has not decreased at all, and the wind blowing towards me feels like a heatwave. Entering Shaozhou Park from the west entrance of Shahu, it turns out that Shaozhou Park has several gates, and today I entered from the west entrance of Shahu, commonly known as the gate with a circular statue of Zhang Jiuling. Besides seeing the iconic circular hollow statue of Zhang Jiuling, walking up the stairs behind the statue, you can see a lake. The lake is stocked with koi fish, and there are quite a few of them. They should be fed regularly because they are all very plump. At the end of the lake, there is a pavilion called "Bamboo Shadow Pavilion," and unexpectedly, someone was singing there. Honestly, at first, I thought someone was shouting. Listening to the voice, it was an old man shouting. As I got closer, I found out the old man was singing. The old man was not singing a cappella; he was trying very hard to sing along with the music from a loudspeaker. Later, I heard clearly that the old man was singing "Love to Win." Although he was out of tune and completely off-key, the old man was very dedicated. I really admired the old man standing alone in the middle of the "Bamboo Shadow Pavilion," singing along with the beat from his phone as if he was holding a personal concert, and I was an audience without a ticket. Actually, as long as you enjoy it, it doesn't matter if you sing well or not. The key is to feel comfortable and happy. Of course, I didn't continue to listen but kept walking up. Along the way, I didn't see many people, which can't be compared to Forest Park. After all, Forest Park is a mature park, and this place is newly built. Throughout the journey, I only saw two people... See the picture above.
■ Ticket: Free
Visit - Shaocheng 'Forty-Six' under the blazing sunset at 'Zhongshan Park'
■ Zhongshan Park, located at the confluence of Zhenjiang and Wujiang rivers in Shaoguan City, has a very advantageous geographical location. Every Shaoguan resident is very familiar with Zhongshan Park. You might say you haven't been to other parks in Shaoguan, but it's rare for someone to say they haven't been to Zhongshan Park. After all, it's close to the city center, and the transportation is very convenient. Whether driving, taking a bus, or even walking, it's easy to get there. However, places that are too familiar often get 'overlooked', including by me. When I was younger, I liked parks, but after starting work, I seldom visited them. Perhaps as I reached middle age, my mindset changed, and I gradually began to enjoy the slow-paced life of the countryside.
■ Although there hasn't been a typhoon in Shaoguan these past few days, it has entered the 'dog days' of summer, with temperatures rising daily. This sauna-like weather is unbearable even in the evenings. Such high temperatures make it impossible to go far, so it's suitable to visit places by the river or with lush greenery. That's why I specifically came to Zhongshan Park for a walk. Normally, I wouldn't think of coming here. In this hot weather, the park is almost empty, as most people prefer to stay in air-conditioned rooms. However, walking under the dense trees around the park's perimeter is still bearable. The entire park is divided into different areas. In the children's amusement area, although the machines are operating as usual, there are hardly any children playing at this time, so you mostly hear the music from the machines. I prefer the areas with ponds and willow trees. Firstly, they provide shade from the sun, and secondly, the water is visually soothing. In the evening, there are very few elderly people exercising in Zhongshan Park due to the high temperatures. Walking along the paths feels like having the park to myself. For me, fewer people mean less crowding, which I like... Here's a picture.
Tickets: Free
Shaoguan | Depart from Guangzhou 3h direct to Altay
| Depart from Guangzhou 3h direct to Altay. day1 Guangzhou - Shaoguan City - Ruyuan
Three hours drive
Passing through Shaoguan City
Check-in at Shengping Tomato Beef Pot (Lovers of snail noodles will definitely love this taste), then take the national road to Lingnan Oriental Hot Spring Hotel for check-in
Booked a hot spring pool room, soak to relieve fatigue
o day2 Hotel free day + Bibei Village
After waking up naturally, drive 30 minutes to Bibei Village, the most recommended place of this trip, rich in cultural heritage
The local indigenous people are very friendly, it's wonderful to escape and daze, but the mountain road is dangerous, pay attention to safety
o day3 Yunmen Mountain Dajue Zen Temple - Guangzhou
Still wake up naturally, drive 30 minutes to Dajue Zen Temple, the ticket is 5 yuan per person
Wandering in Shaoguan Day 4: Tongtian Tower on Jiangxin Island
🌟Highlights:
Style: The rebuilt Tongtian Tower adopts the octagonal nine-story tower style of the Song Dynasty. The tower body is elegant and exquisite, standing like a pen on the wide river surface.
Height: The tower is 39 meters high.
Function: The tower body is hollow, and each floor has a viewing platform for tourists to climb and enjoy the magnificent scenery of Shaoguan city and the confluence of the two rivers.
❤Recommended reasons:
Tongtian Tower was once one of the famous "Twenty-four Scenic Spots of Qujiang" in Lingnan, known as the "Midstream Tower Shadow". It is an important cultural heritage of Shaoguan city.
Tongtian Tower is not only a building but also carries the historical memory and cultural heritage of Shaoguan city. It is an important medium to explore and understand this city.
📍Detailed address:
Jiangxin Island, Zhenjiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province (located on a small island at the confluence of Zhenjiang and Wujiang rivers)
🚉Transportation guide:
You can take a ferry to Jiangxin Island where Tongtian Tower is located. The specific transportation method can be checked according to the local actual situation.
Nanhua Zen Temple
Nanhua Zen Temple is located in Caoxi, Qujiang District, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province. It covers an area of more than a thousand acres and has a wide range. It was built during the Liang Wu Emperor period. At that time, the Indian monk Zhiyao Sanzang found that Caoxi was a good place and suggested that the local officials request the Liang Wu Emperor to build a temple. Thus, the temple was built and named Baolin Temple. Later, some dynasties changed the temple's name. It wasn't until the Sixth Patriarch Huineng came here and taught for 37 years that it was renamed Nanhua Zen Temple, a name that has been used to this day.
Nanhua Temple enshrines the mummified bodies of several patriarchs, including the Sixth Patriarch Huineng. It is a key national temple and is known as the ancestral court of Zen Buddhism along with Shaolin Temple in Songshan, one in the south and one in the north. It is also a base for cross-strait exchanges.
At the "Baolin of the World" site, there is Zhuoxi Spring. The spring water flows down from the mountain, and many tourists and residents come to fetch the spring water to drink every day. They usually use mineral water bottles to collect the water or wash their hands and drink the spring water on-site. To drink this spring water, people often have to queue, sometimes waiting for half an hour to get a drink.
Nanhua Zen Temple is the most important temple in the south, with a thriving incense offering. Many people come to burn incense and worship Buddha every day, especially to pay homage to the mummified bodhisattva of the Sixth Patriarch Huineng.
The entrance fee is 20 yuan. There is a special bus line from Shaoguan East Station to Nanhua Temple. You can transfer to bus No. 23 at Maba Middle School bus stop to walk less, or transfer to bus No. 309 at Makan Middle School.
It is worth a visit.
Visiting Shaocheng - Charming Countryside 《Eight》 'Ou Wu Village'
■ Ou Wu Village, located in Chongyang Town, Shaoguan City, has very little information available online. Just by looking at the name, it might seem unfamiliar, but it turns out to be an old revolutionary base area.
■ It has been raining intermittently for a while, and it always rains after work, making it impossible to go to distant places. Fortunately, it didn't rain after work today, so I came to Ou Wu Village in Chongyang Town for a walk. As soon as I entered the village entrance, I saw an old tree that looked older than me. I noticed that every village has one or several such old trees, perhaps related to feng shui? In this hot summer, it's nice for villagers who have been busy all day to gather under the big tree and chat. Walking along the road into the village, there is a pond on the left side of the road, with a few children fishing by the pond. It's summer vacation now, and fishing is better than playing with mobile phones at home. On the right side of the road is an ancient-style brick and wood building, with a plaque in the center carved with 'Jiangxia Hall'. The whole building is very grand. I don't know if it is newly built because the archway on both sides is still under repair. It should not be an ancestral hall because the real ancestral hall is directly in front of this building.
■ I am very interested in such traditional buildings, so I definitely went inside to take a look. As I passed through the main entrance, I heard people talking. I thought the building was still under construction and was about to retreat when I realized that the nearby residential houses were being built too close, making me think it was still under construction. I would have left if it was under construction. Continuing forward, there was a side hall with nothing inside. Further inside was the main hall, with an incense burner on the offering table. Out of respect, I didn't take any photos, just bowed three times and then left. During my visit, no one came in, otherwise, I would have asked about the history of 'Jiangxia Hall'. After coming out, I wanted to take more photos, but the temperature was too high. Although it was past six o'clock, the sun was still up, and my phone kept sending high-temperature warnings... No choice... Here's the picture
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