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Baiyun Mountain The snowy white peaks in Guangzhou city

The Baiyun Mountain or White Cloud Mountain is one of Guangzhou city’s eight sights recommended to visit. Located on the north of the city it is a famous site that has inspired many artists, scholars and poets to create some great work.

When sunrises after the rains a wreath of airy clouds circles around the mountain and the name White Cloud Mountain derives from this. The complete area of the White Cloud Mountain is approximately 28 square kilometers and it consists of thirty peaks. The star scraping ridge which is known as the first peak under the southern sky is about three hundred and eighty meters high. When you stand on the summit you get a spectacular view of the beautiful Guangzhou and you can see the spellbinding Pearl River flowing through the city.

The Baiyun Mountain is a popular historic attraction in the city of Guangzhou. This is an area that is great to relax while you explore the city’s significant attractions. Since Baiyun is one of the eight must see sites in the city the other seven includes the Pearl Tower, Mo Xing Ling, Ming Chun Valley, San Tai Ling, Luhu Lake, Fei E Ling and He Yi ing.

There is much to discover within the city of Guangzhou and there’s no better way to do so but by finding accommodation within close vicinity. Guangzhou Apartment Hotel is a great choice for travellers from around the world. If you seek fully serviced luxury residence to stay during your visit to Beijing then try the Ascott Guangzhou. With easy access to the city’s business areas, shopping malls, dining spots as well as the main attraction sites this is the best in terms of location. You will be swept away by the fabulous services standards and facilities that await those who stay at the Ascott.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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Lotus Hill

There are many hills along the Pearl River Delta in Guangzhou, of which the most famous is the Lotus Hill. This hill is famous scenic area in Guangzhou and known for its unique rock formations, annual festivals and the breathtaking views it offers. For a tranquil and comfortable stay in a short of long stay service apartment in Guangzhou, make a reservation at the luxury Ascott IFC Guangzhou.

The Lotus Hill is located in Panya city, just 20km away from the centre of Guangzhou, and actually consists of 48 red sandstone hills. These 48 hills are of varying height, the tallest being 108m. The hills are beautiful and are a great choice for an excursion with family and friends. Lotus Hill got its name from an old Chinese folk legend, where the Mother Buddha dropped down a lotus flower to control an unruly dragon. Legend has it that the hill arose on the spot where the lotus flower fell, and thus the people named the hill after the flower.

The Lotus Hill has many fascinating things about it. One of its most famous features is its unique rock formations. The Eagle Cliff, the Swallow Rock and the Lion Stone are some of the famous rock formations of Lotus Hill. Each of these formations offers different types of views and scenery. For example, the view from the Eagle Cliff is of networks of roads, and beyond that are lush paddy fields and the winding Pearl River. Similarly the view from Swallow Rock gives you a view of four distinct cliffs which are covered with green vines, given them the effect of them looking like a green screen. The Hill is also the site of the annual Lotus Festival and the Peach Blossom Festival.

The Lotus Hill is a great place to visit for a small adventure. The best time to visit the hill is during the festivals, but regardless of the festivals, the Lotus Hill is still an exciting attraction.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.
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Guangzhou Ocean World

Providing a valuable space for marine research and education, the Guangzhou Ocean World provides hours of education and fun for all those who visit it. Look for a Guangzhou serviced apartment which would render getting about the town easier and a recommended place of accommodation would be Ascott IFC Guangzhou offering luxurious serviced apartments Guangzhou is quite proud of. Covering 13,000 square meters, the Guangzhou Ocean World is a cheerful mishmash of stories of evolution of marine life coupled together with colourful displays of shoals of fish and other fascinating aquatic life forms. Occupying the latest technology, the Guangzhou Ocean World exhibits more than 200 species of fish and many other rare ocean creatures not to be witnessed anywhere else. It is truly a delight to witness these creatures playing amongst vibrant corals while one can also witness carnivorous marine creatures such as shark hunting for their next meal amongst the reefs.

Chime-Long Paradise

Brimming with world-class entertainment and a bustling and thriving cultural scene is the lively metropolis of Guangzhou on China’s southern belt. It is the third-largest city in the nation and any visit here is best served by Guangzhou long stay accommodation for a true immersion experience into this city. The Springdale Serviced Residence Guangzhou is one of the finest options for Guangzhou serviced apartments in the city, and its luxury interiors and central location make it the ideal locus from which to explore Guangzhou’s delights. Take the whole family on a fun day out to Chime-Long Paradise, billed as a world-famous amusement park boasting 60 hectares’ worth of more than 60 attractions that see a daily count of 50,000 visitors. Its most famous attraction is the 10 inversion roller coaster, which chares the number of most inversions in the world with that of the Colossus in Thorpe Park, Surrey, England.

This impressive coaster reaches a height of 200 feet and reaches a lightning speed of 65 miles per hour for the most amazing rush of chills and thrills. Experience other thrilling rides such as the half-pipe, which is Asia’s only U-shaped coaster ride, and the superior large pendulum ride, which spins 240 degrees whilst shooting up 42 metres in height at a thrilling speed of 110 miles per hour. You might want to skip lunch prior to this one. A ride that is a little more sedate is the Flying Horse Roller Coaster, which is perfect for the young crowd, the queasy eaters and grandma and grandpa. Teens and action junkies will enjoy the exciting visuals of the stunt show Countdown, featuring a live-action stunt battle complete with real effects to chronicle the age-old fight for justice. A hilarious cultural experience is the North American Lumbering Burlesque show, which pokes fun at the world of the American West, featuring cowboys, lumber jacks and little bo peep-esque “painted ladies” for a fun burlesque spoof for Chinese audiences. Offering a fun day out for the whole family, Chime-Long Paradise will transport you far and away into adventure!

White Cloud Mountain

Guangzhou is China’s third-largest city and visitors will find a diverse world of culture, comfort and great shopping in this 12-million-strong modern metropolis. Travellers looking for places to stay will not go wrong with a conveniently located Service Apartment in Guangzhou, an excellent base from which to explore and sample the city’s various delights. One excellent Guangzhou Serviced Apartment complex with modern amenities is the Ascott IFC Guangzhou. Located in the city’s central business district with a luxury shopping mall and international conference centre onsite, this well-appointed property is an ideal choice for business travellers and pleasure seekers alike.

White Cloud Mountain is Guangzhou’s most breathtaking natural landmark. Set in the midst of a quiet valley, it is a peaceful haven away from the chaos of one of China’s largest cities. The mountain boasts panoramic views of the nearby Pearl River and Guangzhou’s impressive sky line. It is one of the Guangdong province’s famous mountains for good reason, as it consists of more than 30 peaks and covers an area of 28 kilometres. There are three scenic spots that visitors should check out: Shanding, Shanbei, and Lihu. Lihu offers plenty of welcome shade and is the ideal spot to catch magnificent views of the lake. Shanbei presents the famous “Baiyun Songtao”, a breathtaking sight of Mount Baiyun’s pine waves caused by mountain wind. Take a cable car to Shanding, which opens up beautiful views of Shanding Park, Mingchun Valley, Nengren Temple and Jiulong Spring. A scenic oasis in the midst of China’s countryside, White Cloud Mountain offers soothing verdure when visitors seek a welcome break from the concrete jungle.

Chimelong Paradise

Those based at service apartments in Guangzhou, more specifically at one of the serviced apartments Guangzhou at Ascott Guangzhou can expect to experience an unforgettable leisure holiday. A prominent amusement park, Chimelong Paradise is one of the must visit attractions for any leisure traveler. Being the largest theme park in China, it is here that the 10 Inversion Roller Coaster is located. Featuring over 60 attractions, it boasts some of the tallest and speediest roller coasters you will come across. Sprawling across 60 hectares, Chimelong Paradise is run under the operation of the Chime-Long Group and is an exciting place for families to visit.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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