Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou is the capital city of Guangdong Province, South China, and a world-famous economic, gastronomic and touristic city. Also known as ‘Canton’, ‘Flower City’ and ‘Ram City’, this major Chinese city, influenced by nearby Hong Kong and Macao, is sometimes the first city travellers to China will visit. The city is located to the north of the Pearl River Delta and enjoys a subtropical monsoon climate. Recognised as a high-trading centre, Guangzhou is also a busy port and an important city that influences the whole country’s economy. The sprawling urbanisation of the city is becoming increasingly more important every day: huge traffic lanes, never-ending flyovers and a new modern subway ...