Follow us on social networks:If you like China and its culture, you cannot miss a visit to Canton, Guangdong province, in the south of the country.It is one of the most populated cities.Its tall buildings and bustle stand out among tourists.About Canton there is a legend.It is said that it was built on the place where five genies mounted on five goats appeared to discover cereals to humanity.The myth highlights the fertility of the land of the Pearl River delta, a rich agricultural area cultivated since ancient times.For this reason Canton has traditionally been called the “City of Goats”.Currently, it is an important commercial and industrial city, a bridge for relations with the whole world, as well as one of the most modern cities in all of China.It could be said that it is the largest and most prominent city in the Pearl River Delta.Canton is attractive for tourists and if you have never been, we leave you a list of the things you should see yes or yes during your stay.Of course, you will have to practice the language a little beforehand.1 The Canton Tower is the second tallest telecommunications tower in the world after the Tokyo Skytre.It is 600 meters high and was once the tallest building in the world.It now holds fifth place in that ranking, led by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.At the Canton Tower you can also enjoy the highest outdoor observatory in the world, at 488 meters.And also the Bubble Tram, some cabins that circle the tower at a height of 455 meters and where it is common to see marriage proposals.2 Photographing the Opera House On the other side of the river you will find the beautiful Opera House.It was designed by the Iranian architect Zaha Hadid and she wanted it to resemble two stones on the river bank.This theater has become the largest center of this genre in South China.Together with the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing and the Shanghai Grand Theatre, it is the most important theater in the country.3 The Temple of the Six Banyan TreesThe Temple of the Six Banyan Trees is located in the heart of the city and is one of the most beautiful Buddhist temples to see in Guangzhou.It was built in 537, although it has been rebuilt several times and has also changed its name.It has a large collection of cultural relics, although its main attraction is its pagoda and the golden Buddhas in the Mahavira Hall.4 Visit the Mausoleum of King NanyueOne of the most interesting visits to do in Guangzhou is to visit the Mausoleum of King Nanyue. You will have the opportunity to enter his tomb and see the collections of artifacts that were found inside.It is in its original place since fortunately the site was not looted.The tomb is more than 2,000 years old, although it was not discovered until 1983.5 The Chen Clan Academy This complex of buildings was built in 1894 by the Chen clan so that their sons could study for the imperial exams.They wanted to become officials in the service of the emperor.It is a perfect example of Cantonese architecture.It currently houses the Guangdong Folk Art Museum.6 Go on an excursion to XiaozhouThis is one of the most interesting excursions to do in Guangzhou.If you have several days in the city, you can consider the option of escaping to get to know this beautiful traditional town.The Xiaozhou origin dates back to the Yuan dynasty (1271-1368).When you walk through its streets and see the houses built along the river, you will have the feeling of going back to that period.Without a doubt, you will experience a very different atmosphere from Guangzhou.7 Shamian Island Shamian Island is one of the places that attracts the most tourists and is the historical and cultural place par excellence of the city.On this white-sand island in Liwan District, there are numerous European-style colonial buildings from the late 19th century.This territory was divided into two, one belonging to France and the other to the United Kingdom.In this area there are several hotels, hostels, restaurants and shops of all kinds.In addition to very interesting historical buildings.8 Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall The memorial is located on the southern slope of Yuexiu Hill.Its construction in memory of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, pioneer of the bourgeois-democratic revolution in China, began in 1929 and lasted until 1931. Between the building and the gardens it occupies a total of 62,000 m2.It is one of the most symbolic buildings in the city due to its appearance and octagonal shape and for being the place where national and international meetings are held, as well as performances.Right in front of the building is the bronze statue of Sun Yat-Sen.Currently the entire memorial is considered a relic.Guangzhou, just like any other Chinese city you visit, has its own traditions and customs.If you are going to visit it, you have to keep in mind that Chinese culture is one of the oldest in humanity and has its many peculiarities.We discover them for you:Food: street food is one of the references that mark the cultures of the countries, a hot dog in the streets of New York, an arepa in Colombia or Venezuela, and so on with every corner of the world.But in China they will sell you insects.You read correctly, insects, and of all kinds.Culture: not knowing the culture and traditions of a country like China could make them not receive you very kindly or make them feel that you are being rude.That is why you must take into account certain actions that you should not do in the Asian country.For example, do not stick your chopsticks in the rice, it means that you wish the death of the person who has served you the food.Hygiene: Perhaps the biggest handicap when thinking about traveling to China is hygiene, and we have all heard things about bathrooms in China.During your stay you can see with your own eyes that there are bathrooms of all kinds.That is, Chinese-style bathrooms (the kind with a hole and nothing else), and Western-style bathrooms.On some occasions, such as in smaller and less touristy towns, you may only find the first type, but you will get used to it and, in reality, it is more hygienic, since your skin does not have contact with any surface.Bad smell in bathrooms: used paper cannot be flushed down the toilet, but must be thrown in the bin and, of course, the accumulation of paper generates an unpleasant odor in the city.Dances: dance is a very popular expression in Chinese culture.In fact, you will find many examples of it during your trip.In the parks or in the squares of some cities or towns it is very common to find a group of people dancing in a completely interpenetrated and choreographed way.And it is that, for them, it is a way of exercising, but also Chinese culture is very social, so it is one more way to socialize and build community.Sport: Tai Chi is a popular sport in China and is also a martial art that has been exported all over the world.During your trip around the country you will be able to observe how in the mornings there are people in the parks practicing it.Costumes: Traditional costumes in China are currently only worn at ceremonies and festivals.If you walk through the cities or towns you will see that people wear the western way of dressing.The traditional Chinese clothing is the Hanfu, a narrow tunic and skirt of various colors other than yellow, since only the emperor could wear this color.One of the most striking curiosities of China is that the color of traditional Chinese mourning is white."There in Canton, rich people and poor people live together without anyone being daunted or separated"“The pollution in Guangzhou is very present and there is a certain haze in the atmosphere”“I am learning Chinese and I would like to travel to the south of China with my parents to meet him”Enjoy all the news© Zeroa Multimedia, SA All rights reserved