China s good rivers and mountains, explore what to do in the Cantonese speaking region

Mondo Tourism Updated on 2024-02-04

Hong Kong: As one of the major cities in the Cantonese-speaking region, Hong Kong has a rich variety of tourist attractions and activities. You can cruise Victoria Harbour to enjoy the night view and watch the Victoria Harbour fireworks display; Explore the shopping districts of Central and Kowloon, such as Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui; Visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, and more.

Macau: As another Cantonese-speaking special administrative region, Macau has a unique Portuguese flair and luxurious casino resorts. You can visit the Old Town of Macau and explore St. Paul's Cathedral and the Ruins of St. Paul's; Try Portuguese egg tarts and Macanese specialties; Spend a night at a famous casino.

Guangzhou: As one of the major cities in the Cantonese-speaking region, Guangzhou has a rich historical and cultural heritage. You can visit the Canton Tower, which overlooks the panoramic view of the city; Visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and the Guangzhou Museum to learn about the history and culture of Guangzhou; Taste Cantonese specialties such as Guangzhou morning tea and roast meat.

Shenzhen: As an important link between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Shenzhen is a modern city full of technology and innovation. You can visit Shenzhen Happy Valley and experience a variety of exciting rides; Visit the seaside promenade in the east of Shenzhen and relax on the beach; Visit Shenzhen's shopping malls, such as Huaqiangbei Electronics Market and Coco Park Mall.

Zhuhai: Located at the mouth of the Pearl River, Zhuhai is another tourist hotspot in the Cantonese-speaking region. You can visit the Zhuhai Fishergirl Sculpture and Zhuhai Hengqin New Area to enjoy the beautiful beaches and scenery; Visit the sea-crossing bridge between Macao and Zhuhai to experience the spectacular construction work; Try local seafood delicacies, such as Zhuhai's famous pearl lobster.

Shantou: Shantou is another interesting city in the Cantonese-speaking region, known for its Teochew culture and cuisine. You can visit the historical buildings and cultural attractions in downtown Shantou, such as Shantou Bell Tower and Shantou University; Taste authentic Teochew dishes such as Teochew beef hot pot and crab porridge; Visit the beaches of Shantou and enjoy the sun and waves.

Destinations can be easily reached by public transportation such as subways, buses, and taxis. In Hong Kong and Macau, you can take a ferry to each other's cities. Between Shenzhen and Zhuhai, there are sea-crossing bridges and ferries to choose from.

There are plenty of delicious delicacies in these places where you can try Cantonese cuisine, Teochew cuisine, and Hong Kong-style dim sum such as dim sum, steamed grouper, and roast meat. Each city has its own unique cuisine.

Although these dialects are Cantonese, Mandarin is also spoken in most places. If you don't speak Cantonese, Mandarin is an essential tool for communication, while English is also relatively common in tourist attractions and large hotels.

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