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   Guangzhou is the fifth most populous city by urban resident population in China after Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen and Chongqing. [18] In modern commerce, Guangzhou is best known for its annual Canton Fair, the oldest and largest trade fair in China. [19]

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › GuangdongGuangdong - Wikipedia

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   Guangdong, [a] previously romanized as Kwangtung or Canton, is a coastal province in South China, on the north shore of the South China Sea. [7] The provincial capital is Guangzhou.

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   2 days ago · Why is Guangzhou also known as Canton? In which part of China is Guangzhou located? What language is spoken in Guangzhou? What is the climate in Guangzhou? News •. From delivery to live-streaming: 19% of Guangzhou’s workforce opts for gig jobs • Oct. 29, 2024, 4:21 AM ET (South China Morning Post) ...(Show more)

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     Narrow street in an older part of Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China.
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     Central business district of Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China.
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     Trade fair in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China.
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     Sale of English goods in Guangzhou (Canton), China, 1858.
   • Sun Yat-sen on the balcony of his home in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China, 1923.
   • High-rise building under construction in central Guangzhou, Guangdong province, China.

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   Why is Guangzhou called Cantonese?

   • The local people of the city of Guangzhou (Canton) and their language are called Cantonese in English. Because of the prestige of Canton and its accent, Cantonese can also be used, in a wider sense, for the phylogenetically related residents and Chinese dialects outside the provincial capital. [citation needed]

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   What is a Cantonese food?

   • Cantonese cuisine is one of China's most famous and popular regional cuisines, with a saying stating simply to "Eat in Guangzhou" (食 在 廣州). Cantonese sculpture includes work in jade, wood, and (controversially) ivory. Canton porcelain developed over the past three centuries as one of the major forms of exportware.

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   Why is canton important to China?

   • Because of its position at the meeting point of inland rivers and the sea, it has long been one of China’s main commercial and trading centres. It has served as a doorway for foreign influence since the 3rd century ce and was the first Chinese port to be regularly visited by European traders, who called it Canton.

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   What is Canton Fair?

   • The Canton Fair, formally the "China Import and Export Fair", is held every year in April and October by the Ministry of Trade. Inaugurated in the spring of 1957, the fair is a major event for the city. It is the trade fair with the longest history, highest level, and largest scale in China. [ 139 ]

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   Where is Guangzhou located?

   • Guangzhou, [ a ] previously romanized as Canton[ 6 ] or Kwangchow, [ 7 ] is the capital and largest city of Guangdong province in southern China. [ 8 ] Located on the Pearl River about 120 km (75 mi) northwest of Hong Kong and 145 km (90 mi) north of Macau, Guangzhou has a history of over 2,200 years and was a major terminus of the Silk Road.

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   What was Canton known for?

   • Canton was a prosperous port city along a tropical frontier region beset by disease and wild animals, but rich in oranges, banyan, bananas, and lychee fruits. They traded slaves, silk and chinaware with Persians, Brahmans and Malays in exchange for their renowned medicines and fragrant tropical woods.

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6. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › top-10-things-toTop 10 things to do in Guangzhou, China - Lonely Planet

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   • Guangzhou Opera House. The most striking piece of architecture in town is the eye-popping Guangzhou Opera House, designed by Zaha Hadid. The performance space has Hadid’s signature flowing curves, which according to the architect were inspired by two rocks washed away from the Pearl River.
   • Cantonese food. Guangzhou, long the spiritual home of Cantonese food, is also one of China’s tastiest cities – a status that’s about to become official with the launch of a Michelin Guide to the city later this year.
   • Xiaobei. A high level of migration from Africa has made Guangzhou one of China’s most diverse cities. The Xiaobei neighbourhood, which coalesces around Baohan Straight Street, is home to a large concentration of African residents, as well as Uyghurs from northwestern China.
   • Liwan. The city’s traditional heart is Liwan, the old quarter, where the houses aren’t more than a few storeys tall and Cantonese is still the dominant language.

7. www.travelchinaguide.com › guangdong › guangzhouGuangzhou Facts & History, Top 10 Facts That You Should Know

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   • China’s Third Largest City. This is not from the perspective of population and geographical area, but from its economic status, cultural influence, political importance and etc.
   • A World Trade Center. As one of the first ports for export and import trade in China, Guangzhou’s strong commercial influence on the country is embodied by the rapid development of its manufacturing industry.
   • Guangzhou hosts China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) twice each year. As the most important center of international trade in South China, this city has hosted the Canton Fair twice a year since 1957.
   • Guangzhou houses many historic relics. Thanks to its long history of Guangzhou dating back to the Qin Dynasty, Guangzhou boasts plenty of well-preserved historic relics, like the Museum of the Western Han Dynasty Mausoleum of the Nanyue King, Guangxiao Temple, Ancestral Temple of the Chen Family, Huaisheng Mosque, The Five Goat Stone Statue in Yuexiu Park and Temple of the Six Banyan Trees.

8. www.lonelyplanet.com › china › guangdongGuangzhou travel - Lonely Planet | China, Asia

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   Guangzhou, also known as Canton, is China's busiest trading centre with a rich history and culture. Explore its attractions, such as Shamian Island, Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Canton Tower and more.

9. www.chinahighlights.com › guangzhouGuangzhou — City Intro and Travel Guide - China Highlights

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   Guangzhou, formerly known as Canton, is the capital of Guangdong Province and a major port city in southeast China. Learn about its history, culture, cuisine, attractions, and transportation in this comprehensive guide.