[PLACE] 20141221 Guangzhou Tower 广州塔 @ Haizhu, Guangzhou

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The Guangzhou Tower or also known as Canton Tower, is one landmark that you can't miss if you are visiting Guangzhou. Located at Haizhu, next to the Zhujiang River, this 600 meters telecommunication tower (similar to our KL Tower) is one of the world's tallest buildings, and second tallest radio tower to date.

The radio tower is enveloped in a spiralling metal structure, with its striking dynamic colours during the night, which can be seen afar. The tower acts as a tourist spot, broadcasting tower and entertainment centre including restaurants, observatory, bubble trams rotating the circumference atop, the world highest sky drop 500 meters above sea level, 4D cinema and etc.

There's also a trick art museum and wax museum at the base of the tower. The tower is segregated into three main zones with different entrance fee, obviously with the highest platform being the most expensive as well. Entrance fee ranges from RMB50 (RM28) up to RMB150 (RM85). Travel packages are also available which include some access to the facilities within.

广州市海珠区新港中艺苑路
Nearest Metro Stations: Guangzhou Tower Station, Exit A
Telephone:
Opening Hours: 08:00am until 11:00pm (Daily)
Ticketing Hours: 08:00am until 10:00pm (Mon - Fri)
                            08:00am until 10:30pm (Weekends & Public Holiday)

TO GO


Disclaimer: Google services are barred in China. You need to either bypass the "Great Wall" or use a VPN. Alternatively, you may use their domestic sites such as Baidu Map.

Guangzhou Tower is very accessible via public transportation with a Metro Station right underneath the tower and a bus hub nearby at the rear of the tower. The Metro Station is accessible via APM Line (Cyan) or Line 3 (Orange), just take Exit A thereafter.



ATTRACTION



The best time to visit Guangzhou Tower is during night with the beautiful nightscape, unless you are also interested with the activities provided, which you can actually spend your day time here. I took a walk by the Zhujiang river bank after my Guilin Rice Noodle dinner. Surprisingly, despite China being known for its polution, the Zhujiang River is actually quite a clean river and a very pleasant walk by the river bank with cold winter breeze blowing through your chilling spines. Occasionally you will see the night sightseeing ferries or river cruises passing through.


This particular location just before the Guangzhou Tower, overseeing the IFC (International Finance Centre), which is another landmark in Guangzhou. The vast development of Chinese cities definitely put many developing countries into shame.


The tower is very eye catching from afar due to its colourful and dynamic structure. The vibrant colours are projected from spot lights located along the tower spine. I imagined it could be a very nice picture to have during sunset and from a higher vantage point. Unfortunately I do not have knowledge of any good photo spots nearby.


The Metro's Exit A links directly to the entrance of the tower where the ticketing counter is located.


Christmas is around the corner and the tower is accompanied by a Xmas tree at the entrance. The tower obviously dwarfs the tree without doubt.


I skipped going up the tower due to budget and time constraint and just took a walk around the tower. Noticed there was also a trick art museum and a wax museum located at the ground floor. I wrapped up my first day in Guangzhou after the visit and took a late bus back to my hotel after that.

SUMMARY

The Guangzhou Tower is a must visit, be it day time or night time. Tickets are pricey as it is to cater for the tourist crowds. Activities such as the highest sky drop is not recommended for the faint hearted. You can also choose to just visit the observatory and have a panoramic view of Guangzhou city. 

Attraction
☆☆☆☆☆
A must come if you are in GZ. 
Cleanliness
☆☆☆☆☆
Well maintained premise
Entrance Fee
Breakdown according to zones.
Cheapest being RMB50.
Highest floor at RMB150
For more ticketing info please visit their official website via the link below:
http://www.guangzhoutower.cc/english/price.html
Opening Hours
08:00am until 11:00pm (Daily)
Wifi
N/A
Parking
Yes
Website
Guangzhou Tower Official Site (Beware on the English)

GPS: 23.106337, 113.324479

farscope

Malaysian lad, engineer by background, banker by profession whom passionate in photography, food and travelling.

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