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 Guangzhou,
known as the south gate of China is the capital city of Guangdong province.
Home to more than 11 million people, it was one of the first 'open cities'
encouraging the influx of migrants from other areas of China and
accelerating it's economic development.
There are many trade fairs and exhibitions
held in the city's new Pazhou Exhibition Centre including:
Printing South China and SINO Label for the
printing industry,
Sino-Pack for packaging machinery and
materials,
China Drinktec, an exhibition on Beverage,
Brewery and Wine Technology.
Chinaplas for the plastics and rubber
manufacturing industries,
Canton Fair, the largest and most varied trade
fair in China.
Getting there:
The easiest option is to take the 45 minute
flight from Hong Kong to Guangzhou New Baiyun International Airport which is
28km from the city centre. An airport express service operates regularly to
the city centre at a cost of CNY 10-30.
There is also a direct train service from
Kowloon to Guangzhou East railway station and a ferry service also operates.
Getting around:
Guangzhou is well served by public transport
with buses, trams and subway. Taxis are also economical but is is
recommended that you agree a price before the journey particularly at night.
Where to stay:
There are many 4 and 5 star internationally
recognised hotel chains with properties in Guangzhou. The facilities are of
a high standard and all have restaurants with international cuisine. Most
hotels operate a shuttle service to the fairground or it can be easily
reached by line 2 of the subway.
Guangzhou Website:
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Fishing
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