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Shenzhen is ideally placed as a base from which to travel to other parts of China. So rather than hopping on the next plane to Thailand or the Philippines for your holidays, why not consider venturing into the Chinese hinterland? Read more>>
The Shenzhen North Bus Station opened a line to Guangyuan, Guangzhou on May 19, which stops at Tianhe Bus Station and terminates at Guangyuan Bus Station. A total of 12 buses depart from Shenzhen between 7:35 and 20:25 every day, and the full fare is 65 RMB. Passengers can call 95000 or visit www.sz95000.com to inquire or book tickets. See also: Shenzhen Tourist Information Center Opens at OCT Bay May 19 Read more>>
Shenzhen has been inhabited since the Neolithic Age, approximately 6,700 years ago. However, much of its early development was during the Xia and the Shang dynasties. Shenzhen was a base for the Nanyue tribe, a subset of the Baiyue tribe, known to have relied heavily on fishing and little cultivation. In 214 BC, Emperor Qinshihuang of the Qin Dynasty united China. As the first emperor, he merged Nanhai, Guilin, and Xiangjun, the area...Read more>>
Due to its proximity to Hong Kong, Shenzhen possesses one of the most developed transportation systems in China by both land and water with many of the neighboring cities providing quick routes via ferry, bus, andrail. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is the fourth largest airport in China. The airport is approximately 32 km from the city center and is readily accessible by taxi and shuttle bus. Shenzhen provides over 76 domestic routes,...Read more>>
