City in Guangdong, China
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Huizhou (惠州; Huìzhōu in Mandarin, Fui4ziu1 in Hakka) is a city in Guangdong. It is one of the most architecturally pleasing mid-sized cities in all of Guangdong, and one of the very richest.
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金海湾, 巽竂湾 Xunliao Bay
A popular coastal resort area.
罗浮山
A sacred Taoist mountain dotted with temples and pagodas. The mountain also has many natural attractions such as caves and waterfalls.
象头山 Xiàngtóu Shān
A nature reserve about 18km north of Huizhou's urban area. The park is noted for its high-level of biodiversity. A number of rare animal species live here, including pangolins, clouded leopards and sambar deer. Tourist infrastructure has been kept to a minimum and the place does not see many tourists.
惠州西湖
The beautiful, 17th-century West Lake, complete with pagoda and gardens.
南昆山国家森林公园
永记生态园
A recreational farm established by Wing Kee, a Hong Kong based food distribution company.
惠州博物馆
The city's main museum.
平海古城 Pínghǎi Gǔchéng
This historic town preserves traditional streets, old houses and distinctive Lingnan architecture. Founded during the Ming dynasty, Pinghai Ancient City is known for its ancient city walls, old wells and narrow streets, offering a glimpse into the history and culture of coastal Huizhou.
惠州海滨温泉, 惠州海滨温泉旅游度假区
Over. The. Top.
惠东巽寮金海湾度假酒店
The Jinhai Resort (Huidong Xunliao Jinhaiwan Dujiajiudian) is located in Songyuan Bay at the foot of a mountain by the sea. This Huizhou resort features sandy beach. Guests have plenty of activities to keep them busy with yachting, shell picking, diving, beach volleyball, fishing, bonfire and karaoke.
By plane
Huizhou Pingtan Airport (惠州平潭机场, HUZ) offers domestic service from various cities around China, but no international flights.
By train
The city has a couple of mainline railway stations near the downtown area, namely Huizhou Railway Station and Huizhou North Railway Station.
By bus
The main bus station (Huizhou coach terminal) has regular buses to Guangzhou Tianhe (¥64, 2 hr 30 min), Shenzhen Louhu (¥60, 1 hr 20 min) and many other cities in the province.
Huizhou has a comprehensive, clean and cheap bus system.6 if you have a "lingnantong" transport card - well worth investing in if you plan to stay in Guangdong long term (can also be used in the Guangzhou metro).
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