Looking for a nearby escape from the mega-metropolises of Shenzhen or Guangzhou? Then this place is probably just for you. Fresh air, nature and simple laid back life make this small city a gem. I shouldn’t say small, actually, it’s quite large in size, being a prefecture-level city that has…
-
-
Shaoguan and Nanhua Temple [inc. Top Attractions and Hotels]
Shaoguan is a quick and easy getaway from Shenzhen or Guangzhou being linked by the High Speed Rail. It takes about 2 hours from Shenzhen and 1 hour or so from Guangzhou. On this trip I came from Qingyuan, I missed the fast train having ended up at the wrong…
-
兴隆寺 Xingfu Longgu Temple – Qingyuan
Out along Provincial Road there’s numerous sight seeing attractions and one of those is Xingfu Temple across from the Niuyuzui scenic area. Getting to either is easy, take the bus number 24 which terminates at the gate of the scenic area, then walk through the main gate and follow the…
-
A morning at Fei Lai Temple of Qingyuan
Reading the net and according to locals, during the week boat hire to Feilai Temple is quite expensive, so I was pleased to find that you can walk there. There’s actually lots of tour boats going up and down the river, but most are private chartered for tour groups and they…
-
太和古洞 Qingyuan Taihe Ancient Cave
Here’s an amazing spot in Qingyuan that you should definitely take the time to visit. Featuring amazing natural scenery, a temple and pure mountain water rock pools for swimming. I will never forget swimming in amazing rock pools after the walk to the temple at the top of the mountain.…
-
Qingyuan – A perfect escape from Shenzhen (or Guangzhou!)
If you are looking for a getaway from the hustle of Shenzhen or Guangzhou, like I was, you might want to check out Qingyuan. It’s a city packed with hot springs, eco theme parks and natural attractions. Fast trains from Shenzhen or Guangzhou make it a quick journey, from Shenzhen…