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A mansion (or a mini-palace) built in the early 20th century, still pretty much intact. It was built in traditional Chinese style, with houses from one to three stories, with sloped tile roofs. People still live in many of these houses. Outside of the tourist center and museum and the parking lot, one can wander in the alleys to feel the atmosphere. For those that pan the ubiquitous residential highrises of modern Chinese cities, they really should get a reality check here to see what unadorned traditional housing was like: small, cramped quarters with few modern amenities (do they have indoor plumbing?), outhouses here and there, with occasional pungent smell of garbage in the sweltering summer. There is access to electricity, however, and one can hear the sounds of TV and radio while wandering in the alleys, and see an occasional A/C unit here and there.
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塔山风景区, Tashan Scenic Area
Not to be confused with a similarly named place at the Queshi Scenic Area.
汕头东海岸公园
Shantou east-coast park is a large coastal and waterfront park in the east-coast new town. The park is organized with several themed zones based on a “time concept,” offering walkways, cycling paths, waterfront decks, sports areas, and open plazas. Its design emphasizes openness, spaciousness,and access to the water, blending modern urban landscapes with coastal natural features. It is suitable for walking, cycling, and casual sightseeing, and is a popular outdoor public area for local residents.
汕头西堤公园
Shantou xidi park is a linear waterfront park built along the south bank of the Han River, featuring riverside walkways, landscaped green areas, and small leisure spots near the water. The park connects directly to surrounding urban streets and is commonly used for walking, jogging, and everyday relaxation. The park connects directly to surrounding urban streets and is commonly used for walking, jogging, and everyday relaxation. Its proximity to older neighborhoods creates a local atmosphere, and the riverside path offers open views of the water and buildings across the river. It is primarily a community-oriented public park.
汕头博物馆 Shantou Bowuguan
This museum has the space for an impressive collection, but not all the exhibit halls are open. There are exhibits on Buddhist figurines and sculptures, paintings and calligraphy, ceramic wares, and relics recovered from a Ming Dynasty commercial vessel that was discovered in 2007 just a little way southeast of Shantou. Past temporary exhibits include photos of Shanghai of a bygone era.
石炮台公园, Shipaotai Park
A fort by the sea, with replica cannons. You may be able to smell some interesting strains of mold inside, admire the moat and bridges, or go rollerskating in the middle of the fort (with Chinese techno music of course).
龙眼南路
Longyan South Road is an urban street known for its high concentration of food vendors and small restaurants. Most eateries and night-time stalls operate in the evening, forming one of the commonly visited night-dining zones in the district. The street hosts a mix of traditional snacks and more contemporary casual food options, reflecting a diverse local food scene. Hygiene is poor on the street, where litter and vermin as ubiquitous as the food stalls.