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Prefecture-level city in Guangdong, People's Republic of China
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Heyuan (河源, Héyuán) is a city in Northern Guangdong, China, known for dinosaur fossils, Hakka culture, and natural scenery.
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河源恐龙博物馆
A small museum with a lot of dinosaur eggs.
龟峰塔
On Guifeng Mountain.
亚洲第一高喷泉
Musical fountain located in the urban area of Heyuan. Fountain show at 20:00 daily.
桂山 Guìshān
万绿湖 Wànlǜ Hú
A huge artificial lake which provides drinking water for Heyuan and parts of the Pearl River Delta. You can take boat tours, go swimming, or go for a walk. The area is green all year long.
霍山 Huòshān
Overall, Heyuan's transportation infrastructure includes roadways, railways, public buses, and water routes, ensuring efficient connectivity within the city and with neighboring regions.
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