Guangdong

Guangdong is located at the southernmost tip of mainland China, and serves as an important starting point of the Maritime Silk Road. Guangzhou is known as the "Millennium Commercial Capital": the Guangzhou Tower and Pearl River night cruises showcase the charm of a modern metropolis, while the Chen Clan Academy and Shamian Island speak to the profound heritage of Lingnan culture.

Shenzhen has risen from a fishing village to become a city of innovation. Theme parks such as Overseas Chinese Town and Window of the World attract countless tourists; Zhuhai Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is the largest marine theme park in China; Shaoguan Danxia Mountain is the namesake of the global Danxia landform; the Kaiping Diaolou and Villages are a prime example of the integration of overseas Chinese culture and Chinese and Western architectural styles. Cantonese morning tea and Cantonese cuisine are world-renowned.