Country code: +86
Currency: China Renminbi (1RMB = PHP
7.13/US$ 0.14)
TRIVIA The city formerly known as Canton has attractions like Baiyun Mountain, Lotus Mountain, Dr Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall, Yue Xiu Mountain and the Guangdong Provincial Museum.
TOUCHDOWN Take an Airport Express bus from the airport, about RMB10–30 (PHP71.12–213.38). Taxis from the airport cost RMB120 (PHP854) for the 28km-long ride to Haizhu Square.
BY DAY Shopping for clothes and shoes at Baima. If you prefer something more exciting, go for the Chimelong Water Park or the Chimelong Amusement Park.
BY NIGHT Check out Cellar 3, which is located in the Tianhe Stadium. A great new hangout for both locals and expatriates, this hotspot draws a diverse crowd.
SLEEP Winner of the Platinum Five-Star Award issued by the China National Tourism Association, the Garden Hotel offers excellent service. 368 Huanshi East Road.
LOCAL LIFE
Paranee Sanguanpong
spa manager
Best breakfast
Dim Sun at Imperial Palace located in Tianhe district
Best night out
Bound, the latest rocking club in Guangzhou, is the place to be seen
Best dinner
Prego at China Hotel has great burgers and an extremely classy ambience
Best buys
Visit One Link for a wide range of candles to decorate your house
Best souvenirs
You must purchase the traditional Chinese-looking placemats and tissue box covers
Must-do experience
A spa experience at Angsana will leave you feeling pampered
Must learn…
“Jìumìng a!” (“Help!”) and “huanyíng guanglín” (“welcome”)
Insider tip
Do not exchange currency on the streets as you may end up with fake money
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