The Award winning Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, is one of the most prestigious five-star business hotels in China. It witnesses the early stage of South China's reform and opening policy, and sees the growth of hotel industry in Guangzhou.
The Garden Hotel Guangzhou is conveniently located in the hub of the prosperous business and entertainment district of Guangzhou which is known as the 'Chinese city of flowers'.
The hotel lobby features with both Chinese and Western cultures with a tremendous and magnificent marble painting, set as the background of the reception counters, vividly revives a scene of "The Dream of the Red Chamber". It is, at present, China's largest marble mural with a size of 24 meters in width and 6 meters in height; in-laid with over 2 kilos of gold foil. This masterpiece of art took nearly 7 months to complete and 30 workers were involved in its carving and gold in-laying.
The hotel back garden is known as the "oasis in the city hub". The fresco and pavilion compound the rockeries and waterfalls, which presents a harmonious surrounding to hotel guests
An urbane city that still retains its quaintness-that's Guangzhou for you. Being the capital of Guangdong, Guangzhou boasts of many tourist attractions. From largest public parks to imposing structure of colonial times; from stupendous art galleries to world class Hotels Guangzhou China, this city is galore with pleasant surprises.
Ranging from Guangzhou Cheap Hotels to luxury ones, accommodations in Guangzhou fall in all price brackets and come in all variety and range.
An interesting place to visit, some of the best tourist places to visit in Guangzhou includes:
The Baiyun Shan
The Baiyun Shan or the White Cloud Mountain is a beautiful place to sit back and revel in the beauty of Mother Nature. What adds to the fun of visiting this hilly region is the fact that you may have a good time playing sports and even trying hands at bungee jumping. Unwind and have a good time at the kiosks selling refreshments.
Yuexiu Park
Being the biggest public park in China, the Yuexiu Park cover acres of hills and also includes he Ming Dynasty Zhenhai Tower and many pretty lakes. The park is a perfect sanctuary for family and people wanting to spend some time at peace with themselves.
Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family
Also called the Chen Clan Academy, the Ancestral temple is not only a sacrificial ground but it is also a study center. The temple today serves as a downright cultural tourist place of interest. The temple consists of nineteen buildings, six courtyards and nine halls. A walk down the corridors of this imposing edifice leaves you absolutely dumbfound.
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
Built in the year 1929- 31, the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall was erected in the loving memory of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen of Chinese Democratic revolution by the local citizens of China. Renovated in 1998, the structure boasts of an imposing octagon building of characteristic of the distinctive Chinese architectural design. The hall can hold multitude in thousands and it equipped with state of the art facilities and equipments. You may even have access to the displays of Sun Yat- Sen's memorabilia.
Festivals and Events that you may attend in Guangzhou are as follows:
Chinese New Year
The biggest of all festival celebrated in China for a period of 15 days, the Spring Festival (as it is also known as) makes the entire country swing in celebration. Each street and each district is adorned with festoons and light. The work places can be found deserted as no one works during this time round. The main highlight of this festival is the flower fair that becomes a nation wide rage.
Dragon Boat Festival
The Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated in the months of May or June on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. The festival marks the sacrifice and death anniversary of the well- known poet Qu Yuan who committed self-annihilation as a rebellious measure against the prevalent governmental corruption. As an honor to the great man, boat races are held along the Pearl River.
Mid-Autumn Festival
Observed on the 15th day of the 18th Lunar month, the Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated with great pomp and show all over China. Its specialty being the famous Cantonese moon cakes.
Visit Guangzhou and revel in its beauty.
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