Shenzhen · Zhuhai

Author: Editorial Committee of "China Travel Guide"
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Publishing Date: 2000-12-01
Features: Shenzhen has a long history, abundant historical relics and cultural heritage, and numerous scenic spots. These include ancient temples from the Jin and Sui dynasties, Hai Guang Temple and Fa Du Temple from the Tang Dynasty, Huai Du Temple from the Southern Tang Dynasty, Chiwan Mazu Temple from the Song Dynasty, the Eight Scenic Spots of Xin'an during the Ming and Qing dynasties, as well as Lingding Island, Longao, and Qiniang Mountain. Since becoming one of China's special economic zones, Shenzhen's tourism industry has developed at an extraordinary pace. In addition to its historical and cultural landmarks, newly built attractions also possess unique charm, such as the renowned China Folk Village, Splendid China, Happy Valley, the Ming (Minsk Submarine World), and Shenzhen Wildlife Park, Xianhu Botanical Garden, etc. Furthermore, Shenzhen's Xiangmihu Tourist Resort, Da and Xiao Meisha Tourist Resort, etc., also exhibit distinctive charm. They vie in beauty, truly earning their reputation as the pearls of Shenzhen's tourism industry. This once remote border town has now risen as a garden-style, international, and modern tourist city, standing majestically on the coast of China's South Sea.