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Shangxiajiu Street

Street in Guangzhou, China

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Best visited in the late afternoon or evening. 1

Walk 15 minutes from Yongqing Fang. Most vibrant from afternoon till evening. 2

Visit in the evening to see the street beautifully lit up. 3

Local Cuisine Experience

Spend around 3 hours to soak up the local culture and taste authentic dishes. 4

Ideal for lunch and experiencing local culture. 5

Immerse yourself in Guangzhou's past and indulge in Cantonese gastronomic delights. 6

Stroll through the street to enjoy traditional Guangzhou folk residence style and local delicacies. 7

Allot four hours to explore and indulge in the local gastronomy. 8

Shopping Experience

More crowded than Beijing Road, with opportunities to bargain. Stays open late for night shopping. 9

Prices are negotiable; don't forget to bargain. Visit in the evening to see the street beautifully lit up. 10

About

History

  • ๐Ÿ“… Established: Opened on September 30, 1995.
  • ๐Ÿ™๏ธ First Pedestrian Street: The first commercial pedestrian street in Guangzhou.
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Popularity: One of the three most famous commercial centers in Guangzhou.
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cultural Significance: Reflects the commercial and cultural ambience of the Xiguan folk customs.

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Architecture

  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Lingnan Style: Showcases traditional Lingnan architectural style.
  • ๐Ÿ  Qilou Buildings: Features Qilou or sotto porticos, a South-China construction style.
  • ๐ŸŒƒ Night View: Especially pretty at night when lit up.
  • ๐Ÿข European Influence: Combines elements of both Chinese and European architectural styles.

Shopping

  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Variety: Over 200 stores including department stores, boutiques, and local shops.
  • ๐Ÿ’Ž Liwan Plaza: Known for its large crystal wholesale market.
  • ๐Ÿ‘œ Dongji Xintiandi Plaza: Offers fashionable clothing, shoes, leather goods, and skincare products.
  • ๐Ÿ›’ Bargaining: Prices are generally lower than Beijing Road, but be prepared to bargain.

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Dining

  • ๐Ÿœ Guangzhou Restaurant: Famous for its traditional Cantonese cuisine.
  • ๐Ÿฒ Tao Tao Ju: Known for its morning tea and dim sum.
  • ๐Ÿฎ Nanxin Milk Dessert: Popular for its double-skinned milk and ginger milk curd.
  • ๐Ÿœ Baohua Noodle Restaurant: Famous for its wonton noodles.

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Transportation

  • ๐Ÿš‡ Metro: Take Metro Line 6 to Cultural Park Station, then walk 600 meters north.
  • ๐ŸšŒ Bus: Accessible via bus lines 530, City Sightseeing Bus Xiguang Style Line, 15, 61, 6, and Night 5.
  • ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ Walking: Easily walkable from nearby attractions like Shamian Island.

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Nearby Attractions

  • ๐Ÿ๏ธ Shamian Island: A scenic spot with European-style buildings.
  • ๐ŸŒ‰ Pearl River: Offers night cruises with beautiful views of Guangzhou.
  • ๐ŸŽก Canton Tower: A must-visit for panoramic views of the city.
  • ๐ŸŽช Chimelong International Circus: Known for its spectacular performances.

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