Guangdong: Pioneers in the Sound of the Tide

Author: Mu Qing
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: It is not difficult to gain a snapshot understanding of China's past and present, but to gain a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of China is not something that can be achieved overnight. In this regard, the "Panoramic China" series aims to help readers, especially foreign readers, by providing insights. The outstanding feature of this series is its organization into units based on provinces, cities, and districts, with several volumes published independently. Each volume presents local highlights from different perspectives, rich in text and images, introducing the most distinctive attractions of each place. Through these highlights, readers can gain an understanding of the authentic and vibrant daily life, diverse social landscapes, developing economic conditions, and related information of the local areas.
Guangdong Province—China's beautiful and dynamic southern province, where the Tropic of Cancer passes through, and the subtropical climate bathes the region in lush greenery all year round. It was once the driving force behind modern Chinese history and the forefront of China's reform and opening-up. The people of Guangdong have long been renowned for their courage in exploration and pioneering spirit. Some say, "To understand a thousand years of Chinese history, look at Beijing; to understand China's opening-up, look at Guangdong," because Guangdong is China's "window" to the world. In particular, over the past two decades, Guangdong has led the way, achieving remarkable economic leaps, integrating the essence of both Chinese and foreign cultures, and setting trends for the times, once again becoming a pioneer in China's wave of reform and opening-up.
This book will take you into Guangdong, allowing you to witness the charm of China's economic forefront, experience the local customs and culture of Lingnan, appreciate the region's natural beauty, and enjoy its lush mountains and clear waters. You will find yourself immersed in its allure, reluctant to leave.