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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
- ๐ Established: Opened on September 30, 1995.
- ๐๏ธ First Pedestrian Street: The first commercial pedestrian street in Guangzhou.
- ๐ Popularity: One of the three most famous commercial centers in Guangzhou.
- ๐๏ธ Cultural Significance: Reflects the commercial and cultural ambience of the Xiguan folk customs.
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Architecture
- ๐๏ธ Lingnan Style: Showcases traditional Lingnan architectural style.
- ๐ Qilou Buildings: Features Qilou or sotto porticos, a South-China construction style.
- ๐ Night View: Especially pretty at night when lit up.
- ๐ข European Influence: Combines elements of both Chinese and European architectural styles.
Shopping
- ๐๏ธ Variety: Over 200 stores including department stores, boutiques, and local shops.
- ๐ Liwan Plaza: Known for its large crystal wholesale market.
- ๐ Dongji Xintiandi Plaza: Offers fashionable clothing, shoes, leather goods, and skincare products.
- ๐ Bargaining: Prices are generally lower than Beijing Road, but be prepared to bargain.
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Dining
- ๐ Guangzhou Restaurant: Famous for its traditional Cantonese cuisine.
- ๐ฒ Tao Tao Ju: Known for its morning tea and dim sum.
- ๐ฎ Nanxin Milk Dessert: Popular for its double-skinned milk and ginger milk curd.
- ๐ Baohua Noodle Restaurant: Famous for its wonton noodles.
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Transportation
- ๐ Metro: Take Metro Line 6 to Cultural Park Station, then walk 600 meters north.
- ๐ Bus: Accessible via bus lines 530, City Sightseeing Bus Xiguang Style Line, 15, 61, 6, and Night 5.
- ๐ถโโ๏ธ Walking: Easily walkable from nearby attractions like Shamian Island.
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Nearby Attractions
- ๐๏ธ Shamian Island: A scenic spot with European-style buildings.
- ๐ Pearl River: Offers night cruises with beautiful views of Guangzhou.
- ๐ก Canton Tower: A must-visit for panoramic views of the city.
- ๐ช Chimelong International Circus: Known for its spectacular performances.
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