To short on time and money to travel, and looking for something to brighten up your life in Guangzhou?

Here are five hot spots for you visit in Guangzhou, to brighten up your commute, to give you a hit of adrenaline, to bring China’s past to life, and to let you unwind after a long week at work working the 9-9-6 grind!

China’s most beautiful metro station

Last April, Nansha Passenger Port station and the Guangdong Times Museum ‘Art on Track’ project were selected as 'the most beautiful metro station in China'. Guangzhou also features a stunning riverside tram route, have you taken it yet?

The following two locations should be on everyone's must-visit list.

Nansha Passenger Port station (South extension of Line 4)

The ocean, ships, seagulls.... the whole station is decorated on a maritime theme, symbolising Guangzhou’s role as the starting point of the ancient Maritime Silk Road.

Guangzhou Tram

The current tram route is regarded as the most beautiful public transport route in Guangzhou. Out of the tram window, you have a fantastic view of Huacheng Square, Liede Bridge and as well as city icons, such as the Canton tower, Pazhou Pagoda, Guangzhou Exhibition Park, Zhujiang and the Party Pier Beer Culture & Art Zone.

Baiyun Zip Line

The zip line connects the Moxing Peak of Baiyun Mountain with the Huangpodong Reservoir. The longest zip line in China, it takes one hour to walk the whole route through the mountains, however, only two minutes by zip line. Hurtling on the zip line you will reach a maximum speed of more than 120 kilometers per hour, with a drop more than 200 meters. Definitely one for adrenaline junkies!

The ‘Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival’ digital art exhibition

A digitalised version of the iconic Chinese painting ‘Up and down the river at Qingming Festival’ is on display in Guangzhou between November 20th, 2019 and February 10th, 2020.

The exhibition is a great destination for people of all ages. Children will especially enjoy the Song Dynasty Dreamworld, an interactive zone teaching visitors about ancient Song Dynasty culture through a fun, hands-on experience, hand fan drawing, new year painting, lantern riddles, all forms of traditional culture.

Period: November 20th, 2019 - February 10th, 2020

Opening hours: 10:00-21:00 (closed on Mondays of the second and fourth weeks every month)

Entrance ticket: 98 RMB (adult), 68 RMB (student), free for children under one meter

Venue: Guangzhou International Media Harbor (廣州國(guó)際媒體港)

Nearby metro station: Exit B, Canton Tower Station, Line 3

Note: Explanations are provided in both Chinese and English

Sunac Snow Park

Last year saw the opening of Guangzhou’s first indoor ski resort! When you are feeling envious of your friends enjoying the snow in the north of China on your WeChat Moments and still sweating in shirtsleeves in Guangzhou, cool off at Sunac Snow Park!

Source  [newsgd.com]