Joanna James
Dubbed as the ‘Chinese Riviera’, this up-and-coming Guangdong tourist hub proffers a roller-coaster of vibrant experiences for every calibre of wanderlust. Whether you’re into Formula 1 racing tracks, exotic island peaks, or trendy shopping carousels, Zhuhai has all that and more!
Zhuhai is an exquisite blend of old-world gardens, mysterious seaside haunts, avant-garde city escapades, and gargantuan aquarium parks, but if you’re a true-blue nature lover, you don’t want to miss out on the intriguing ‘Rhino looking at the Moon’ mountain! An extraordinary showcasing of rock architecture and realistic stone imagery, with an incredible vantage of the sea and the otherworldly city below, there’s also the added bliss of a breathtaking park for rejuvenation. You also have the option of tobogganing back down the mountain after taking all the Instagram-worthy pictures you desire!
This quaint fishing town fronting the Yellow Sea is known for its lush open green spaces and romantic seaside promenades adorned with palm trees. However, if you are open to mind-boggling state-of-the-art experiences, like, for instance, heart-pounding interactions with polar bears and belugas, wild splashy rides for giddy kids (and adults) of all ages, not to mention a flying roller-coaster of 20 storeys, the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is unmissable! Here, you can witness high-tech aquatic performances of massive scale, immerse yourself in a fully-fledged underwater realm with thousands of vibrant marine species, and get up close and personal with whale sharks and penguins.
An astoundingly realistic replica of Beijing’s Old Summer Palace, which had been burnt down during the Opium Wars, you will find yourself transported to the ancient elegance of the Qing Dynasty, complete with 18 resplendent halls such as the ‘Justice and Honour’ and royal Banquet Hall, with dreamy interiors harking back to a mighty heritage. If not everyone in your family enjoys steeping in rich history, not to worry! The palace is cradled by lush mountains on three sides and overlooks the beautiful Fuhai lake, surrounded by abundant parkland where the actively inclined can run free. After exploring the gorgeous classical gardens or hiking up Stone Forest Mountain, you can always stop at the scattering of boutiques and eateries strategically placed for some well-deserved sustenance and relaxation.
If you’re a shopaholic with a taste for the exclusive or simply looking for an eventful and upbeat venue to hang out and feast your eyes, this uber-modern megamall is a spacious haven for hyperactive kids, die-hard foodies, and the upmarket brand-obsessed. If you’re looking for prime Zhuhai accommodation close to Huafa Commercial City and other bustling hotspots, you can’t go wrong with Somerset Southbay Zhuhai.
If you ever promenade alongside Zhuhai’s picturesque bay area, you’ll be drawn to the enigmatic islands that beckon irresistibly along the pristine coast. Located about 27.5 sea miles away from the seaside city, the Wai Lingding islet feels like a fresh and airy escape, iconic for its abundance of trees and blossoms, as well as its gracious Lingding peak that affords a gorgeous view of the broken necklace of jewel-like islands. Each of its three beaches (Lingding, Dadong, and Tower Bay) promise slightly roughish crystal-clear waters perfect for surfing and powdery beaches for all manner of frolics. Despite its modest size, the island has no shortage of touristy attractions, from the Dadong Bay amusement park to the seafood market and waterfront eateries.
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