Blogs from Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, Asia - page 3

As a writer by choice, libraries have always held a special place in my heart. I could not resist the chance to visit the Guangzhou Library. It was an impressive structure to say the less about this “Mecca” of literature I was able to witness. With 10 floors separated into two towers with a central elevator and escalator system, it was a work of art for me. Unfortunately during my visit, I could only enter the North Tower since the South Tower was closed for the evening. I was also only allowed to go up to the 7thfloor because of the time of my visit. I will state the fact that this library never closes fully, running the small section of 7 floors of just the North tower 24 hours a day except for holidays. This ... read more

I discovered Shamian Street on my own and because it was mentioned to me by my Chinese friends in Guangzhou. After a long walk by the Pearl River, I ended up at a coffee shop which is the border of Shamian Street. It is technical more of an island than a single street with it’s own nearly self-contained society. Shamian is an older section of the city of Guangzhou that kept slightly frozen in time because of its value as an open attraction. The older architecture and street style makes a good place to look back at what this city once was like while still seeing some more modern signs of life. The main central street has been turned into a garden of sorts with many statues and giving everyone a good chance to see all ... read more

The Chimelong area is divided into 4 different attractions and a hotel facility, which offers discounts and bonuses to their clients. The Chimelong Safari Park, Chimelong Paradise (amusement park), the Chimelong International Circus (an evening event), and the Chimelong Water Park (which I will never visit because of my aquaphobia)). It took me two full day trips to see all of the 3 attractions I could allow myself to visit but I do warn you that it is an expensive place to visit but worth every RMB spent. Chimelong Safari Park I will start with the Chimelong Safari Park which, as the name suggest, is a preserve area turned into a profitable entertainment to protect wild animals while exposed them directly (in some cases) to humans. It is a very wonderful place to visit which includes ... read more

"Train Ride" As I have stated before, I'm not a fan of train rides. This ride to Shenzhen Dong Station (Shenzhen East Train Station) didn't feel like what I excepted as I waited to board the train alone once more. This ride was not a first for me during this trip and definitely wouldn't be the last. I had a lone subway ride with a transfer waiting for me in Shenzhen. I can say that a ride in a tube underground never sounded pleasant to me but it wasn't that bad. Compared to the black mirror of a night time train ride, it was heavenly in my eyes. I did stare at the same blank reflection in the window but ignored it mostly because I was laying down and writing during the long train ride. I ... read more

As I previously mentioned, there are many small parks and a few squares all over the city of Guangzhou. I present to you Tuanyida Square, Haizhu Square/Park, the Huapin Xinfeng art exhibit, and scenes from the multiple small parks of Guangzhou (e.i.: Tian Zi Pier). Tuanyida Square Tuanyida Square (founded on May 5th, 1922) is not a massive area but a small and simple monument to the city and the nation. This purely red structure may look imposing but sit near the metro station that shares it’s name. The heavy concrete tiles are surrounded on three side by trees that give shade to people having lunch upon the back side of and the edge of the square this monument was built. Upon the front, the story of it’s creation and purpose is written while the back ... read more