North west of Hong Kong lies the elegant city of Guangzhou. All travellers that want to see a different part of China should check it out.

Amble along the streets or gardens and take in the perfumed air. Ascott Guangzhou puts you right in the financial hub of Tianhe, where glossy office buildings are populated with Cantonese restaurants and interspersed with shopping malls. The locals are big fans of yum cha and will readily agree to a meal of beautifully wrapped dim sum and fragrant tea. Explore Tianhe Stadium near the apartment.

Transport facilities are all over the city so you’ll be fine getting around Guangzhou.