A collection of Shantou scenic spots summarizes 28 of Shantou’s eight major attractions

Blue Mercury Park

Shantou Fantawild Paradise·Blue Mercury Theme Park is located on the north bank of Shantou Bay Bridge, at the gateway of Shantou and the starting point of Shantou Eastern Economic Zone, covering an area of ??240,000 Square meter, it is the first high-tech theme park with science fiction as the theme in eastern Guangdong. It is a participatory theme park integrating entertainment, science, education and leisure. The park consists of twelve large-scale high-tech parks with different themes, including Galaxy Plaza, Fantawild, Beyond the Limit, Space Mountain, Back to the Future, Dinosaur Crisis, Light of Civilization, 4D Cinema, Film and Television Stunt Studio, Magic Theater, Solomon's Seal, and Magic Palace. Entertainment items. The projects in the park make extensive use of high-tech means such as modern computers, simulation, automatic control, digital film and television, optics and voice control, emphasizing the participation of tourists, breaking through the limitations of just viewing the scenery in traditional tourism, and allowing tourists to participate in person Come to the project to allow tourists to experience a thrilling, warm and joyful journey.

Shantou City Library

Shantou Library is a national first-level library and a key protection unit for ancient books in Guangdong Province. The library is located in Times Square, Block 11, Changping Road, Shantou, Guangdong Province. It covers an area of ??14.415 acres, with a total construction area of ??28,700 square meters. The main building has 14 floors and integrates reading, research, activities, and leisure. Shantou Library has a designed collection of 1.5 million volumes. By the end of 2007, the collection of documents reached 550,000 volumes, more than 1,200 kinds of newspapers and periodicals, and a number of audio-visual and electronic documents. The collection contains more than 10,000 volumes of local documents, more than 20,000 volumes of thread-bound ancient books, and 11 ancient collections including "Hongwu Zhengyun". The library implements card-free reading and voucher borrowing. It has a daily reception capacity of 4,000 people, is open 63 hours a week, and provides 24-hour services through broadband network.

Mayu Island

Mayu Island is 0.65 kilometers long, 0.64 kilometers wide, covers an area of ??0.206 square kilometers, has an altitude of 39 meters, and a coastline of 2.3 kilometers. There are two Tianhou Palaces built in the Yuan and Qing Dynasties on the island, so it is called Mayu. On the seaside by the pier, there is a dark brown pumice stone, which is said to have been left by Mazu when the Pudu fishermen transformed into gods and entered the sea. It is called the "Ma Seal Stone". The highest point on the island is 41 meters above sea level, becoming a natural pier for the Bay Bridge. A tall statue of Guanyin on the mountain watches the passing traffic on the bridge and spreads the nectar of blessings to the world. There is a "Guanhai Pavilion" in Luan Mountain. Because Comrade Tao Zhu landed on the island in 1962 and initiated its construction, it is also called "Tao Zhu Pavilion". In February 1983, at the age of 87, Liu Haisu left an inscription, "The blue sea of ??Mayu is flying with white waves, the wind and sea waves are not over yet", which is now engraved on the sculpture in front of Zuichao Building. At the highest point on the island stands a giant stone statue of Guanyin Bodhisattva, 12 meters high and made of 105 large and small stone sculptures. It can be seen when passing by the Bay Bridge. Chao Customs, established in 1860, is located in the southeast of Mayu Island. It was a symbol of the opening of Shantou and was listed as a cultural relic protection unit in Shantou City in 1994.

Zhengguo Temple

Zhengguo Temple, formerly known as Chongfu Temple, is located in Outing Street, Longhu District. According to legend, it was built in the fourth year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1406) and is a municipal cultural relic protection unit. It is famous for its unique mountain gate, Wuliang Hall, nine-dragon wall jade carvings, over 500-year-old Bodhi tree, Prajna Spring, large bronze statue of Thai Buddha and Burmese Buddha. The jade statue of Jia Buddha attracts tourists at home and abroad

Tenghui Pagoda

Tenghui Pagoda is located in Outing Street, Longhu District. It was built in 1737 and faces southeast to northwest. It is hexagonal in plan, has seven floors, is 20.3 meters high, has a rigorous structure and is magnificent. Its architectural structure with a tower on top is rare in the country and is included in the book "Chinese Pagoda Appreciation". The plaque on the main entrance of the tower is engraved with "Teng Hui". The three characters "ta" are the five inscriptions of Xinchang, a native of the city. Although it has been damaged by storms and earthquakes, its appearance is basically intact, adding a beautiful scenery to Ou Ting. It is also important for studying the history, culture, ancient architectural art and folk culture of the Chaoshan area.

Bay Bay Wetland Park

Shantou Bay Ecological Wetland Park will be officially opened on January 1, 2014. The opening hours are from 8 am to 6 pm every day. , the Bay Wetland Park is located at the entrance to the Bay Bridge Expressway in the urban area. It integrates nature, leisure and forestry science, adding an "ecological oasis" for citizens to enjoy leisure and sightseeing.

The seaside promenade

Shantou Seaside Promenade is a 3.8-kilometer-long strip of seawall park located on the north shore of Shantou Harbor, starting from Shantou Port Passenger Terminal in the west and ending at Overseas Chinese Park in the east. As far as the eye can see, the inner bay and rocky mountains are all visible. Under the eyes, one side is integrated with the People's Square, forming an urban green landscape axis, becoming a leisure promenade for people to enjoy the sea view; clean ground, elegant landscape, ancient banyan trees, familiar sculptures, green trees and red trees on the promenade The flowers complement each other, giving people a sense of tranquility in the busy city, forming a unique urban landscape. It is a good place for citizens and tourists to visit, rest and enjoy the sea. Walk along the waterfront promenade, look at the sea, and chat. , enjoy the happy time brought by this "ecological green belt"

Shantou University

Shantou University is a key construction project of Guangdong Province's "211 Project" established in 1981 with the approval of the State Council. A comprehensive university, the school is located in the northwest district of the coastal city of Shantou. The school covers an area of ??2,106.11 acres and has a construction area of ??448,400 square meters. The campus is surrounded by mountains and rivers and has an elegant architectural style. It is known as the "Flower of University Architecture".

The campus takes the new library, gymnasium and auditorium as examples. The overall design of the campus reflects the perfect combination of simple appearance and practical functions through clever design. The high-quality learning and living environment of Shantou University campus has been widely recognized by all walks of life. Among them, the new library built in 2009 with an investment of approximately 200 million yuan from the Li Ka-shing Foundation is known as "the most beautiful university library in Asia". Shantou University has long been supported by the famous patriot and international entrepreneur Mr. Li Ka-shing. It has colleges of liberal arts, science, engineering, medicine, law, business, Yangtze School of Art and Design, Yangtze School of Journalism and Communication, graduate students The college, the School of Continuing Education and Zhicheng College have formed a complete talent training system from undergraduates to doctoral students.

Zhongshan Park

Shantou Zhongshan Park is located on the bank of Yuemei River in the urban area. It was built in 1928 with a total area of ??20.18 hectares. The park is surrounded by water and the Yuemei River surrounds the park. Three bridges, Zhongshan Bridge, Yuemei Bridge and Yingchun Bridge, connect the park to the urban land. The Yujian Lake in the park covers an area of ??nearly Hundred acres, beautiful scenery, famous at home and abroad. It is the oldest and largest comprehensive park in Shantou City. The three garden buildings in the park, namely the archway, rockery and Jiuqu Bridge, are known as the "three wonders" in the park. The archway is 18 meters high, with giant pillars standing tall and covered with green tiles. It is majestic and magnificent. On the front is inlaid with Tan Yan's handwriting " "Zhongshan Park" are embossed with four gold characters, and on the back are Dr. Sun Yat-sen's handwritten four embossed gold characters "The world is for one commonwealth". Behind the archway stands a full-length bronze statue of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. The three-story rockery to the east of the archway covers an area of ??1,700 square meters. It is mainly made of sea stones and is made of fine artificial stones. It has rugged rocks, winding paths, and caves in the walls. When you climb up and look out, you can have an unobstructed view of the whole garden. The bottom layer of the rockery retains a relief mural of "Shantou Commercial Port Map" showing the prosperity of Shantou in the 1930s, which has been listed as a municipal cultural relic protection unit. Jiuqu Bridge is located at the northern end of Yujian Lake, covering an area of ??298 square meters. It is the largest Jiuqu Bridge in my country. The bridge has nine folds, one double-story main pavilion and two auxiliary pavilions. The bridge, pavilion and railings are organic Integrated into one, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains by leaning on the railing, the reflection of the lake light, and the fish playing in each other, which is full of fun.

Niutianyang Wetland

Niutianyang is located in the northwest suburb of Shantou City and at the southern foot of Sanpu Mountain. It is located in the alluvial belt where the Rongjiang River and the Hanjiang River meet, with a total area of ??about 50,000 acres. 53 square kilometers, 70% of which is wetland. In ancient times, this was a bay. After thousands of years of wind, rain and river alluvial, it gradually formed a tidal flat. There are 268 species of wetland plants, and more than 50,000 migratory waterbirds inhabit here every year, many of which are national first- and second-level protected birds, as well as some of the world's endangered species. In 2004, it was approved by the United Nations as China's first GEF wetland international demonstration zone. There are more than ten kilometers of long embankments, famous mangroves, and precious wetlands. The sea, sky and earth merge into one, where fish, shrimps and birds breathe, grass and woods flourish, the air is fresh, and the environment is beautiful. It has become a popular place among people. A great place for leisurely sightseeing.

Shantou Opening Port Cultural Exhibition Hall

Shantou Opening Port Cultural Exhibition Hall is located in Building 1, Yongping Road, Shantou City. It is located in the birthplace of "Hundred Years of Commercial Port" and covers an area of ??432 Square meter is a precious heritage of the port opening culture. Originally the Shantou Branch of the Bank of Taiwan, Japan, it later served as the office space for Shantou Western Hospital, newspapers, courts and other institutions. It witnessed the opening of Shantou as a port. The Shantou Port Cultural Exhibition Hall displays pieces of old Western electrical appliances, old photos, and letters of approval for overseas Chinese, leading us to trace the footprints of Shantou Port yesterday and experience the ancient Chaoshan folk customs and elegant old customs. It is an excellent epitome of Chaoshan culture.

Small Park

Small Park is located in the center of the old urban area of ??Shantou. It was the most prosperous commercial center in Shantou in the 1930s and a historical symbol of Shantou's century-old commercial port. The surrounding arcades and streets such as Anping Road, Shengping Road, and Guoping Road are distributed in a fan-shaped radial pattern, plus the old neighborhoods "Siyong Yishengping" on both sides, the old "Yanchengtou" in the east, the Hongting in the north, and the " Shantou Port" has formed a prosperous commercial district and residential area with architectural characteristics of the 1930s. The 7-story department store in the district was the "Nansheng Company" founded by the Overseas Chinese Group in 1932. It is one of the landmark buildings and symbols of the small park in old Shantou. The small park is a scenic spot in the old urban area of ??Shantou. It is a witness to the historical and commercial prosperity of Shantou. It is also a good place for Chaoshan folks and friends at home and abroad to miss their homes and linger in nostalgia.

Church

Shantou has five major religions: Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Catholicism and Christianity. As carriers of religious culture, these temples and churches, religious books, religious statues, religious buildings and sculptures, religious music, religious rituals, etc. themselves have a very good psychological adjustment and calming effect on religious believers. Catholic Church: formerly known as Joseph Church, it was introduced to Shantou in 1870 by the French Missionary Society of Paris. It is located at No. 133 Waima Road, Shantou City. It is the Cathedral of the Catholic Diocese of Shantou. Christian City West Church: Built in 1858, it is the first church built in Shantou City. No. 146 Minquan Road, Shantou, where the church runs a school and a hospital. Its purpose is to "read Proverbs and live life." There are courses on lecture topics, poems, scriptures, etc. Christian City East Church: Built in 1936, it is located at No. 146 Zhongshan Road, Shantou City. Grace Church: It is the former site of Bethel Church. It was built in the 1930s and is located at No. 209 Waima Road, Shantou City.

Shantou Swimming and Diving Hall

Shantou Swimming and Diving Hall is the competition venue for the diving events of the Ninth Sports Games of the People's Republic of China. It is located in the Nanbin Road area of ??Shantou City. It covers an area of ??300 acres, with a total construction area of ??25,000 square meters and a green area of ??about 50,000 square meters. The competition can accommodate 2,701 spectators and can undertake international swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, water polo and other events. The venue consists of a swimming pool and a diving hall. At the junction of the two halls, a water leisure and entertainment center for the public - a paddling pool is set up. On November 11, 2001, the gymnasium was listed as the Shantou training base for the Chinese National Diving Team by the Swimming Management Center of the State Sports General Administration. It has successfully hosted many national events such as the Ninth National Games diving competition, the National Synchronized Swimming Youth Championship, the National Synchronized Swimming Championship, and the National Water Polo Championship. It is another landmark building in Shantou and the most modern large-scale public sports facility.

Gounan Xudi Tourist Area

Gounan Xudi is located in Yuepu Street, Shantou. It is surrounded by mountains and rivers, with charming natural scenery and rich cultural resources. It embodies the cultural essence of Zoulu State and has residential buildings that embody the moral beauty of the Chinese nation's farming and reading writers. Folk culture and authentic folk literature and art that express inner beauty. Everywhere embodies the moral beauty of the Chinese nation’s farming, reading and heirlooms, the inherent beauty of Chaoshan folk culture, the exquisite beauty of arts and crafts, and the beauty of intensive gardening. Among them are well-preserved square and solemn ancestral halls, and simple and traditional residential buildings that exude the flavor of life. , with its unique natural environment, rich heritage, and vast human resources, it constitutes a vast historical scroll. The Xu family has produced numerous celebrities in modern history. Gounan Village has magnificent ancestral halls, antique houses, and ingenious porcelain inlays, which are treasures of Chaoshan’s traditional architectural culture; As well as pollution-free vegetables, they are delicacies not to be missed. Along the country roads south of Xingbugou, you can have a panoramic view of the ancient buildings and simple nostalgia.

Sangpu Mountain Religious and Cultural Tourism Area

Sangpu Mountain is the most famous mountain in Chaoshan. It is located at the boundary of Chaozhou, Shantou and Jieyang. The Tropic of Cancer passes here. Sangpu Mountain is more than 600 meters high and has a circumference of about 27 kilometers. It is named after the mulberry trees that once abounded there. Located in Longquan Rock, Sangpu Mountain, Jinping District, Shantou City, it has rich natural environment resources, profound cultural heritage, unique religious and cultural landscapes, and is surrounded by the Youth Green Forest of Shantou University. You can get a bird's eye view of Shantou University and Niutianyang from the top. There are many attractions here, including the ancient temple square, Weng Wanda Memorial Stone Corridor, forest exploration, stone carving art area, prayer afforestation area, cliff stone carvings, and quarry heritage park. Longquan Charity Garden, Ancient Longquan Rock, Longquan Temple, Tielin Temple, Buddhist Cultural Forum, Qingyun Temple Scenic Area, Changshi Ancient Temple, Changshi Temple and Qirihong Park, etc. It is a scenic spot integrating ecological tourism, Buddhist worship, revolutionary commemoration, leisure and sports, geological science popularization and other functions.

Tashan Scenic Area

The scenic spots include stone carving archway, Shuiliandongtian, Chuihong Cave, _Shi Scenic Area-Beach Beach, Liudan Pavilion, Mengou Pavilion, Yixiantian, Moon viewing platform, Yingchun Tower, Tongtian Cave, Seven-story Cave, Peach Blossom Stream, and various pictographic stones - Immortal Quan Stone, Awakening Lion Stone, Goshawk Bathing in the Sun, Giant Python Chaoyang, Jade Rabbit Stone, Huge Broken Sword, etc.; There are also a group of craftsmanship ink and stone carvings left by celebrities from all over the world. Tashan Scenic Area is located in the center of the scenic spot, facing the main axis of the entrance scenic area, covering an area of ??0.45 square meters. It is the most concentrated and typical scenic spot in the current situation. Its landscape features include jingyan caves and cliff carvings.

Nanshan Bay

Nanshan Bay is located at the estuary of Haojiang River. It has a unique geographical location. It is one of the few bays in China where you can see the sunrise and sunset. In just one day, different views Time points bring people different landscape enjoyment. The beach here has clear water, soft sand and flat waves, making it a unique natural seaside swimming spot. In Nanshan Bay, there is a strange phenomenon: when a well is dug anywhere along the coast, sweet spring water will gush out. However, near Fenggang Village, one kilometer away from the coast in the north of Nanshan Bay, the well dug out will be salty water. , forming the strange phenomenon of "the sea is fresh and the land is salty", a phenomenon that still cannot be explained. Looking towards the mouth of Haojiang River from Nanshan Bay, you can also see the ancient fort on Yingpan Mountain in Hedu, looking majestically at the sea.

Beishan Bay

Beishan Bay Central Swimming Pool is located in the northeast of Dahao Peninsula, Shantou City, Guangdong Province, south of the Bay Bridge, surrounded by mountains and the sea, with gentle mountains and the South China Sea to the east. The seabed is flat and open, with numerous natural rocks. From a distance, the clear water and blue sky are the same color, with the sunset and the Bay Bridge flying together; from a closer view, there are fish and boats, sparse flowers and trees, and slanting green shadows. It is a natural treasure place for tourism and vacation.

Jufeng Temple

Jufeng Temple is located on the east side of Zhupu, Haojiang District, Shantou City. The palaces, towers and pavilions are well-proportioned; the Fanyu Lin Palace is magnificent. The entire temple is built on the mountain, like a jade bead on a plate, hidden in the green shade of the Zen forest. When poets and poets come here to explore the secluded place, they all linger and splash ink. The snow-mud claws are treasured on the cliffs, adding color to the beautiful mountains and adding splendor to the famous temples. Because of its unique integration of religion, tourism and architectural style, Shanshan Temple has become a popular resort for pilgrims and tourists in eastern Guangdong. The Shantou Haojiang Peach Blossom Festival has been held for several consecutive years, each attracting hundreds of thousands of tourists from eastern Guangdong, the Pearl River Delta, southern Fujian, southern Jiangxi and other surrounding areas to enjoy the peach blossoms. The Peach Blossom Festival has now become one of the most effective tourism festivals in Haojiang District and even Shantou City and receives the largest number of tourists. It is favored by more and more citizens and tourists.

Danying Ecological Park

Danying Ecological Park is located on the south side of the middle section of Hepu Avenue, Haojiang District, Shantou City, with a planned area of ??4,000 acres. It is currently a unique and charming mountain collection in eastern Guangdong. An ecological and natural tourist attraction integrating light, water and color. The scenic area is blessed with stacked stone peaks, springs, reservoirs, canyon flats and terraces. At present, it has developed seven-color flower sea, seasonal themed flower sea, Miao Bamboo Tower Scenic Area, Rose Garden, Peach Blossom Valley, Lotus Pond and other landscapes. . The gorgeous flower landscape is a paradise for photography. During the holidays, bring your beloved one or a whole family among the flowers, enjoy the flowers, pick strawberries, and eat farm food. Have fun and enjoy the family together! It is a good place for leisure, gathering, photography and eco-tourism.

Suai Bay Wetland

Suai Bay Wetland is located on the south side of Nanbin Road, Shantou City, Guangdong Province. It has the largest area, the northernmost distribution, and relatively complete preservation found in Guangdong Province. Natural secondary tung tree forest. It is one of the three major migratory bird migration areas in my country and also the Shantou Coastal Wetland International Demonstration Area of ??the United Nations Environment Program/Global Environment Facility "South China Sea Project". Among the thousands of birds in Sue Bay, there are more than 70 species of egrets, herons and other birds. In addition to egrets, geese, herons, seagulls and other migratory birds that come to Shantou to spend the winter every year, you can sometimes see world-endangered birds such as black-faced spoonbills and Chinese mergansers. Hundreds of thousands of migratory birds come and go every year, living leisurely in this green home of Shantou. Standing on the bird-watching platform, you can see tidal flats, mangroves, and leisurely herons, egrets and other birds. Citizens often bring telescopes and cameras to "study" the appearance of birds from close range and capture their forms.

Dahao Ancient City

Dahao Ancient City was built in the 56th year of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty. It covers an area of ??less than 3,000 square meters. Although it is now more than 200 years old, , but the thick dark brown city wall is still very strong. Through the open Xihao Gate, you can have a panoramic view of every plant and tree in the city. The east and west gates were renovated in the 1980s and basically restored to their original appearance. The exposed stone wall foundations and mottled walls exude an ancient atmosphere. Dahao Ancient City has been listed as a municipal cultural relic protection unit, and this pocket-sized ancient city has become a new tourist attraction.

Suzhou Street

In Dahaocheng District, there is still a quaint old street from the Qing Dynasty - Suzhou Street. In the Qing Dynasty, goods from Suzhou and Hangzhou were brought to Haocheng by merchant ships, and a professional market selling silk fabrics and other daily necessities was formed in the "Suzhou Street" area, among which "Suzhou Street" was the most concentrated and prosperous. At that time, merchants gathered here and it was a very prosperous commodity distribution center. Surprisingly, Suzhou Street is still lively today and is still a commercial street favored by Haocheng people. There are 64 shops on both sides of the old street, which is only about 100 meters long and 23 meters wide. Despite the vicissitudes of time, the unpainted wooden boards have clear lines and are as intact as new, which is amazing.

Haimen Lotus Peak

Haimen Lotus Peak Scenic Area is one of the eight new scenic spots in Shantou. It is located on the Haimen seaside 10 kilometers away from Chaoyang County. The rocks on the mountain are cracked like lotus flowers, hence the name. Lianhua Peak has a long history and many attractions. The main attractions include ancient Lotus Peak, Mass Tomb, Zhongnan Stone, Zhongxian Temple, Lianfeng Ancient Temple, Ancient Fort, Sea View Corridor, Qiquan Well, Wen Tianxiang Statue, Wangfu Stone, etc. There are also many stone carvings of celebrities. There is a vast ocean in front of the peak, with clear water and blue sky, only flying gulls and dotted white sails. On spring and summer nights, when the sky is about to dawn, the sea surface is shimmering with silver light, surrounding Lotus Peak for a long time and disappearing just after sunrise. This is the famous coastal wonder "Lianhua Peak Sea Color". The coastline of Lianhua Peak is long, with clean sand and clear water. Playing in the tide in summer is a fun experience. When the season is right, you can also enjoy the eight magnificent seascapes of Lianhua Peak: the calm blue sea, the roaring waves of the shallows, and sailing in the wind. , boat returning at sunset, Lantau Tower, lion's head navigation lantern, spring fog, autumn sun bathing, etc.

Lingshan Temple

The thousand-year-old Lingshan Temple is located in Longshan Bay, Tongyu, Chaoyang, "surrounded by nine dragons and facing each other with lions and elephants." The temple retains its structure and scale at that time, with three halls, six courtyards, nine patios, an east building and a west building, and 40 rooms. The front is the Guanyin Hall, the middle is the Main Hall, and the back is the two-story Dadian Hall and Sutra Collection Building. There is a lake in front of the temple with sparkling waves and green mountains at the back, which is particularly pleasant. Walking around Lingshan Temple, you will be enchanted by its beautiful legends and intoxicating scenery. The main attractions are Liuyi Pavilion, Tongue Mirror Pagoda, Bilanqian and Thousand Buddha Pagoda.

Dafeng Tourist Area

Dafeng Tourist Area is located on the Heping Section of National Highway 324. It includes Dafeng Tomb and Dafeng Memorial Hall, as well as hospitals and other charitable institutions, with a total area of ??2.62 square kilometers. It is a memorial to It is named after Dafeng, an eminent monk from the Song Dynasty who built the Heping Ancient Bridge to benefit the people. The scenic area is simple, elegant and antique, with beautiful scenery and fresh air. It is a garden-style natural oxygen bar and a Huishan Paradise that promotes charity! With Dafeng Patriarch's Pavilion as the main axis, a grand scene is created: the main axis gate has an archway pavilion with the inscription "A Peak in Southern Xinjiang" by Ye Xuanping, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. The pavilion is 15.68 meters high and consists of 168 large granite stones. It is the largest in eastern Guangdong. Shipai Pavilion. As early as the second year of Xuanhe in the Song Dynasty (1120), Monk Dafeng traveled from Minzhou (now Fujian) to Heping, Chaoyang and even Chaoshan. He treated diseases for the people, saved people, built Heping Bridge, and benefited the people. In order to commemorate him, the people of Chaoyang , built Baode Hall to worship the statue of Dafeng, and inherited Dafeng’s unfinished charity, becoming the beginning of Chaoshan Shantang.