Summary: Dongguan City, referred to as "Guan", is a prefecture-level city under the jurisdiction of Guangdong Province, a megacity, and a central city on the east bank of the Pearl River Delta. In addition, Dongguan is also one of the birthplaces of Cantonese culture, one of the important birthplaces of Cantonese opera, and the hometown of Cantonese opera in China. It is the beginning of China's modern history and the pioneer of reform and opening up. Dongguan is the first of the "Four Little Tigers of Guangdong" and has the reputation of "World Factory"; It is an important transportation hub and foreign trade port in Guangdong.
Dongguan city scenery. Image source network
1. Introduction to Dongguan City
Dongguan City, referred to as "Guan", is a prefecture-level city and megacity under the jurisdiction of Guangdong Province, and a central city on the east bank of the Pearl River Delta. In addition, Dongguan is also one of the birthplaces of Cantonese culture, one of the important birthplaces of Cantonese opera, and the hometown of Cantonese opera in China. It is the beginning of China's modern history and the pioneer of reform and opening up. Dongguan is located in South China, the central and southern part of Guangdong Province, the east bank of the Pearl River estuary, northwest of Guangzhou City, south of Shenzhen City, northeast of Huizhou City, belongs to the first monsoon climate, long summer without winter, abundant rainfall. As of October 2022, Dongguan City has 4 sub-districts and 28 towns under its jurisdiction. The total area of Dongguan City is 2542It is 67 square kilometers and has a permanent population of 104370,000 people. 
Map of Dongguan Cityscape and Administrative Divisions. Image source network Dongguan is the first of the "Four Little Tigers of Guangdong" and is known as the "World Factory"; It is an important transportation hub and foreign trade port in Guangdong, and is one of the four prefecture-level cities without districts in China. In addition, Dongguan is a famous hometown of overseas Chinese in China, a national forest city, an international garden city, a national civilized city, a national basketball city, etc.; It is one of the central cities of the Pearl River Delta.
1. One of the cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and one of the cities in the Shenzhen metropolitan area. In 2023, Dongguan's GDP will be 11,4381.3 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 26%。As of 2023, Dongguan has 7 universities (including 3 undergraduate schools and 4 junior colleges), 70 museums, as well as numerous libraries and tourist attractions. Including Dongguan Institute of Technology, Guangdong University of Science and Technology, Dongguan City College, Dongguan Vocational and Technical College, Guangdong ATV Performing Arts Vocational College, Guangdong Innovation and Technology Vocational College, Guangdong Hotel Management Vocational and Technical College; Opium War Museum, Dongguan Museum, Keyuan Museum, Dongguan Exhibition Hall, Shilong Museum, Dongguan Coin Museum; Guangdong Guanyin Mountain National Forest Park, Yinping Mountain Forest Park, Yinxian Villa, Dalingshan Forest Park, Yuan Chonghuan Memorial Park, Yinping Mountain, etc. Second, the historical evolution of Dongguan
In the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, Dongguan belonged to the land of 100 Guangdong. In the thirty-third year of Qin Shi Huang (214 years ago), Dongguan belonged to Panyu County, Nanhai County. In the sixth year of the Western Han Dynasty (111 years ago), Dongguan belonged to Nanhai County. Emperor Shun of the Eastern Han Dynasty, divided into Panyu to establish Zengcheng, Dongguan belongs to Zengcheng. In the Three Kingdoms Wu Huang Wuzhong, the city was divided into additional Dongguan County. Jin, abolished Dongguan County, its land belongs to Panyu, Zengcheng. In the second year of Tang Zhide (757), it was renamed Dongguan County. In the first year of the five dynasties of Yue Qianheng (917), Guangzhou was the palace of the king, and Dongguan belonged to it. In the fifth year of Song Kaibao (972), the palace was changed to the governor's office of Guangzhou Zhongdu, and Dongguan County was abolished into Zengcheng County, which was subordinate to the governor's office of Guangzhou Zhongdu. In the first year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty (1368), the Qing Dynasty, Guangzhou Mansion and Dongguan were all subordinate to Guangzhou Prefecture. **During the period, Dongguan County successively belonged to Guangdong Province, Guangdong Province, Central Guangdong Administrative Region, the First Administrative Region and the Fourth Administrative Region. In October 1949, the whole territory of Dongguan County was liberated and it was under the jurisdiction of Dongjiang Administrative Region. In January 1988, Dongguan City was upgraded to a prefecture-level city, directly under the jurisdiction of Guangdong Province. As of October 2022, Dongguan City has 4 sub-districts and 28 towns, and also governs: Songshan Lake, Dongguan Port, Dongguan Ecological Park, and Dongguan Binhaiwan New Area. 3. Dongguan's economic strength and honorary titlesDongguan is an important city in Guangdong Province, China, and one of the world's famous manufacturing bases. The economic situation of Dongguan City is very good, and it is dominated by the manufacturing industry, and has achieved remarkable development and achievements. Manufacturing is the most important economic pillar of Dongguan City, accounting for the vast majority of the city's total economic output. The city has a well-developed manufacturing system, covering many industries such as electronics, textiles, clothing, furniture, toys, plastic products, etc. Many domestic and foreign brands have production bases in Dongguan and regard Dongguan City as one of their global manufacturing centers. In addition to manufacturing, Dongguan is also actively developing other industries. For example, the logistics and ** industries are also very well developed in the city. Due to its geographical location and perfect transportation network, Dongguan has become the logistics center of Guangdong Province and the Pearl River Delta region, and a large number of goods import and export pass through the city. In addition, Dongguan has also developed a number of emerging industries, such as e-commerce, financial services and cultural creativity, which have injected new impetus into economic growth. Overall, Dongguan has achieved great success in manufacturing and related industries, becoming one of the manufacturing centers in China and the world. With the adjustment of economic structure and the advancement of industrial upgrading, Dongguan's economy will continue to maintain its strong development momentum. Fourth, Dongguan's famous tourist attractions and scenic spots1.Songshan Lake Scenic Area - Songshan Lake is a national high-tech industrial development zone, and it is also a comprehensive scenic spot that integrates natural scenery and leisure and entertainment. There are many landscapes such as bicycle greenways around the lake, a sea of flowers, and a forest of yellow-flowered bells, which are suitable for all seasons. 
Songshan Lake Scenic Area, source network.
2.Shuilian Mountain Forest Park - Shuilian Mountain Forest Park is one of the six major forest parks in Dongguan City, with the main peak at an altitude of about 378 meters, attracting a large number of tourists with its beautiful natural scenery and perfect facilities. There are hiking trails and horseback riding amusement parks in the park, which are suitable for family leisure and outdoor sports. 
Shuilian Mountain Forest Park, source network 3Yinping Mountain Forest Park - The first peak in Dongguan, Yinpingzui, is located in Yinping Mountain Forest Park, which has a beautiful environment, with primitive secondary forests and rich animal and plant resources, and is a popular place for mountaineering enthusiasts and photography enthusiasts. 
Silver Bottle Mountain Forest Park, source network 4Dongguan Keyuan - Dongguan Keyuan is one of the four famous gardens in Guangdong during the Qing Dynasty, a typical Lingnan garden style, small and exquisite, full of poetic and picturesque feelings, reflecting the essence of Lingnan residential architecture during the Qing Dynasty. 
Dongguan Keyuan, source network 5Humen Fort & Opium War Museum - Located in Humen, it records a tragic chapter in China's modern history of resisting foreign aggression, including Lin Zexu's smoke pond and the ruins of Humen Fort, which is an important base for patriotic education. 6.Xicheng Tower (Ying'en Gate Tower) - As a landmark building of the ancient city of Dongguan, Xicheng Tower is a witness to the history and culture of Dongguan, and there is also a strong historical and cultural atmosphere around it. 7.Guanyin Mountain National Forest Park - Guanyin Mountain National Forest Park has a very high forest coverage rate, not only a beautiful environment, but also temples, Guanyin statues and other cultural landscapes, is a good place for citizens and tourists to worship Buddha, fitness, and leisure. 
Guanyin Mountain National Forest Park, source network.
5. Dongguan's special cuisine and well-known restaurants
Dongguan City is located in Guangdong Province, and its special cuisine is rich and diverse, combining Cantonese cuisine with local characteristics. The following is an introduction to the special cuisine of Dongguan City:1.Houjie Noodles: There are many special delicacies in Houjie Town, Dongguan City. Its production process is fine, especially the roasted goose noodles are the most famous. The carefully boiled broth is served with delicate noodles and the roast goose with crispy skin and tender meat. 
Houjie Se powder, source network 2Xian Sha Fish Balls: Originated from Xian Sha Village, Gaobu Town, Dongguan City. It is made of fresh dace meat, with a springy taste, fresh and tender taste, and is one of the representatives of Dongguan water town cuisine.
Xian Sha Fish Balls, source network 3Tangxia Lu Goose: Tangxia Lu Goose is an authentic Dongguan Hakka dish, with a unique cooking method - "Lu" (that is, boiled) so that the goose meat fully absorbs the flavor of the seasoning, the meat is tender and the flavor is unique. 4.Zhongtang Fish Bun: The thin skin made of fish meat is wrapped in rich fillings, and the taste is delicious, which is a local specialty snack in Zhongtang Town and has a long history. 5.Humen Cream Crab and Humen Shrimp: It is a seafood specialty from Humen. The meat of the crab is plump and overflowing; Sesame shrimp is tender and nutritious. 6.Dongguan sausage: such as Houjie sausage, Chang'an sausage, etc., is bright color, mellow and delicious, is a special product of Dongguan, but also a typical representative of Guangdong sausage.
7.Sugar does not shake off: It is a traditional dessert snack in Dongguan, with a soft and glutinous taste, sweet but not greasy, often accompanied by crushed peanuts, sesame and other condiments. 8.Roast goose: Dongguan's roast goose is made with exquisite skills, crispy skin and tender meat, and mellow taste. Roast goose is a well-received delicacy in Dongguan and even the Pearl River Delta region.
Roast goose. Image source network
In addition, there are many other delicacies in Dongguan, such as shrimp porridge, Dongguan phoenix feet, beef brisket noodles, fresh bamboo rolls, oyster omelette eggs, Guangdong beef noodles, and various fresh fruits such as lychees and bananas. Introduction to well-known restaurants in Dongguan City:1.Dongguan Old Hotel: It is a good place to operate traditional Dongguan cuisine and taste authentic Dongguan food. The environment and service here are very good, and it is loved by locals and tourists alike. 2.Huayuan New Village Food Street: A collection of local snacks and specialty restaurants. Here you can experience a variety of Dongguan cuisines in one stop. 3.Yinfeng Road Food Street: This food street not only has Dongguan local specialties, but also can taste food from all over the country, you must not miss the opportunity! 4.Baiyue Shang Kitchen: Here to provide you with authentic Dongguan home cooking and innovative dishes, with a good reputation. 5.Houjie Wanda Food Street: It is a food street in a modern commercial complex, including many well-known brands and local snacks. 6.Fuyuan Restaurant: As a time-honored restaurant, it is the best place to have classic Cantonese cuisine and Dongguan cuisine. Ideal for business dinners and family dinners. 6. Gonzo in Dongguan
1."The reputation of the world's factory":-Dongguan is known as the "world's factory" because of its developed manufacturing industry, especially in the fields of electronics, textiles, furniture and other fields, it has a global influence, and many international brand products are manufactured here. 2.Basketball City:- Dongguan is one of the cities with a very strong basketball culture in China. Dongguan has hosted CBA (Chinese Men's Basketball Professional League) games for many times, and Dongguan Bank Hongyuan Team is a CBA powerhouse, cultivating many main players of the national team such as Yi Jianlian and Zhu Fangyu. 3.Dongguan Dragon Boat Race:- Dongguan dragon boat racing activities have a long history, every year during the Dragon Boat Festival, each town and street will hold a grand dragon boat race, the most famous of which is the "first view of the dragon boat" in Dongguan Wanjiang. 4.Dongguan's intangible cultural heritage:- Dongguan has a wealth of intangible cultural heritage, such as Dongguan thousand-angle lanterns, Chashan silk lanterns, Liaobu Xiang Market, Houjie cured meat production skills, etc. These traditional skills and customs demonstrate the profound cultural heritage of Dongguan. 5.Cross-border cultural exchanges:- Dongguan has actively carried out foreign cultural exchanges in recent years, such as holding a number of international festivals, film festivals and other activities, which has enhanced the city's cultural taste and international popularity. 6.The road of transformation and upgrading:- In the process of economic transformation, Dongguan has strived to transform from a manufacturing base to a scientific and technological innovation city, and many science and technology parks and incubators have appeared, such as Songshan Lake High-tech Zone, which has attracted many high-tech enterprises to settle in, forming a new type of anecdote.
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