In Guangzhou, Shamian is a place with rich historical significance, profound accumulation, exotic customs, charming scenery and great charm. Because of its unique geographical location and unique natural and humanistic environment, it was favored by British and French colonists after the mid-19th century, and turned into a concession to build large-scale projects, becoming a paradise for foreigners stationed in Guangzhou. It took nearly a hundred years before it was placed under the jurisdiction of the people's government again. In the meantime, after being washed by political and natural storms, it has become more charming and precious like a famous painting that has been treasured. In fact, isn't Shamian just a painting horse with a long history and fresh flow? Shamian Island, perhaps the most European place in China, is located in the west of Guangzhou, in the west of Ren Minqiao, Liwan District, Guangzhou, on the Pearl River White Swan Pool. Shajiyong, separated from Road 623, completely retains the European style of19th century British and French Concession. It is a famous foreign affairs tourist area and historical relics protection area in Guangzhou. -The special historical Shamian Island covers an area of only 0.3 square kilometers, surrounded by water, with trees and flowers all year round, and an elegant environment. Before the founding of New China, Shamian was occupied by Britain, France and other countries for a long time, so most of the buildings here were western-style buildings. The famous French Catholic Church, the English Christian Church, the former British HSBC, the former British Consulate and the former French Consulate all stand on this small island. After the founding of New China, with the support and help of the government, the unique overall architectural environment of Shamian was completely preserved. Many buildings have been put into commercial use after renovation and restoration on the basis of retaining the original architectural characteristics; The existing consulates of Poland, Germany, the United States, the Czech Republic and North Korea and many foreign affairs agencies have attracted a large number of public servants to work here. Shamian Island is a unique tourist attraction in Guangzhou, with many ancient buildings with European customs. At the end of 1997, the State Council listed Shamian as a national cultural relics protection zone; Among them, 53 buildings are listed as national key cultural relics protection units. Among these 53 national heritage buildings, besides 37 private houses, there are 16 buildings directly managed by public houses. Subsequently, the government implemented a comprehensive protection policy for more than 80 heritage buildings in Shamian Island, focusing on the decoration and arrangement of more than 10 buildings, and built Shamian Island into a beautiful western-style architectural grand view garden. The main tourist attractions are: European architecture, White Swan Hotel, Shengli Hotel, the "Shaji" tragedy monument, the reflection of the moon in the goose pond, Zhenjiang ancient artillery, garden landscape, Shamian Park, bars, churches and so on. Taking business sightseeing as the main content, it provides business, sightseeing, leisure, shopping and other services for passengers. Shamian Island, a special landscape, can be said to be the most interesting place in Guangzhou. After the Opium War, it was ceded to Britain and France, so many buildings here have obvious European style. The French Catholic Church on the main road of the island is a very typical representative. There is also a beautiful park on the island. The atmosphere and pace of life here are different from those in other parts of Guangzhou. Because traffic control is implemented on the island, there are no problems such as traffic congestion and waste gas pollution. Like some small towns in Europe, there are many cafes, restaurants and bars on the roadside, and the sidewalks are filled with elegant small tables and chairs. Nowadays, there are many ancient trees here, and there are more than 150 European ancient buildings with their own characteristics on both sides of Garden Avenue, which highlights the baroque and neoclassical style of European architecture in those days, elegant and dynamic, majestic, rigorous, heavy and solid, simple and easy-going, and smooth lines. On this quiet island, there are not only pleasant and romantic European customs, but also historical and cultural ornamental values. Surrounded by antique buildings and clear rivers, this beautiful island is truly the most unique European-style "Xanadu" in southern China! Link: One-day tour of Guangzhou Recommended attractions: the most classic one-day tour of Yuexiu in Guangfu. Where to go for a one-day tour in Guangzhou?