Stroll around Shamian Island and check out the exotic architecture 🏘️

Guangzhou not only has a bustling business district, but also contains many quiet and European places. This time we take you into "Sand Face", a place where you can feel exotic even in the city of Guangzhou! The architecture of Shamian Island is very characteristic, afternoon time to walk and take pictures, especially suitable for relaxation, immersive photography ~

🌿Sand: European-style architecture check-in, afternoon walk first choice
Shamian is not an ordinary city neighborhood, the entire island is composed of numerous well-preserved European-style buildings, each with its own retro filter, with both the romance of the French Concession and the solemnity of the British Concession. Walking in between, it seems like you have been transported to a Western town a hundred years ago in an instant. Whether you like to take a slow walk to enjoy the scenery, or love to take pictures, "Sand Face" will not disappoint you!

📸 Shamian check-in recommendation
1. Shamian North Street
Address: No. 53~54, North Street, Shamian, Laiwan District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province
Opening hours: Open all day, year-round
North Street is the core photo-taking area of Shamian. Walking on the stone road, it is lined with low-key and elegant European-style old buildings. In the afternoon, the sun is shining slantingly under the green shade, taking pictures especially!
2. Sham Face Park
Situated in the middle, flower trees, gazebo and sculptures dotted it, is many newlyweds wedding photos, celebrity photos photo spot. Sit down and take a break to feel the sea breeze. It's not too crowded on weekends.
3. Coffee shop/light restaurant
There are several cafes converted from old bungalows in Shamian Street. It is recommended to choose a seat with a window sill.

🎈 Practical tips
I personally recommend the afternoon time to Shamian, no need to rush the scenery, slowly walk, sunshine + shade + European architecture, unique atmosphere is very healing ~ and the flow of people will not be too much, no need to wait for photos. The itinerary is simple and relaxed, suitable for photography and small gatherings.
Remember to wear light shoes, because the stone road is easy to walk a few more steps, and you will walk the entire sandy street without realizing it. Camera/mobile phone pre-charged, sandy beauty is easy to "hand stop mouth stop" video non-stop!

🚗 Transportation guide
By MTR, you can exit at Wong Sha Station. It only takes about 10 minutes to walk to Sha Mian. Self-driving is not recommended and parking is limited in the surrounding area. There is little crowd on weekdays, and on holidays it is recommended to avoid peak hours in the morning or evening hours.

🍰 Food recommendations
In addition to meals, there are authentic Cantonese snacks around Shamian Island. To experience the local taste, you can try the wonton noodles and dessert shops on the corner of Shamian Street, or choose an old-fashioned coffee shop to sit and continue to discover the surroundings.

👟 Tips
1. Go in the afternoon with the most beautiful views, not hot or sunny.
2. The sandy face is open all day and you can leave at any time, but checking in at dusk is the most chill.

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