Zip Code: 510000
Post Office:
Liuhua Post Office
Location: No.151, Huanshi Xi Lu
Tiyu Dong Post Office
Location: No.7, Tiyu Dong Lu
Di Shi Fu Post Office
Location: No.76, Shifu Lu
Bank: Guangdong Branch of Bank of China is located in the Guangdong International Financial Building, No.197, Dongfeng Xi Lu, Guangzhou. You can have your money exchanged here, or at a sub-branch.
Sub-branches of Bank of China in Guangzhou
Yanjiang Sub-branch: No.91, Changdi Lu
Haizhu Sub-branch: No.162, Xingang Xi Lu
Universities:
Guangdong University of Foreign Studies
Website: http://english.gwnews.net/
Location: No.2, North of Baiyun Avenue, Guangzhou, China
South China University of Technology
Website: http://www.scut.edu.cn/english/index.html
Location: Wushan Lu, Tianhe District, Guangzhou
Consulates in Guangzhou
1. Consulate General of the United States of America in Guangzhou
Location: No.1, Shamian Nan Jie, Guangzhou
2. Consulate General of Australia in Guangzhou
Location: Floor 14-15, Main Building, GITIC Plaza, No. 339, Huanshi Dong Lu, Guangzhou
3. Consulate General of Canada in Guangzhou
Location: Room 801, China Hotel Office Tower, Liuhua Lu, Guangzhou
International SOS (China) Ltd. - Guangzhou
Location: Room 1502, Dongshan Plaza, 69, Xian Lie Zhong Lu, Guangzhou
Admin Tel: 86-20-8732 6253
Admin Fax: 86-20-8732 6417
Some Tips
During its rapid development, not only good people were attracted to Guangzhou, but also some who were dangerous. Consequently, public security in Guangzhou is less than that in any other Chinese city. Here we list some tips useful anytime you are away from home.
1. Be careful of your bags and valuables when in a railway station.
2. Avoid going out at night.
3. Take the taxi, especially yellow ones; never take a motorcycle.
4. Take good care of your belongings anytime you are in the street.
5. Avoid responding to strangers.
Festivals
Besides traditional Chinese festivals such as Spring Festival, New Year, International Labor Day and National Day, Guangzhou celebrates some local festivals, such as the Dong Zhi (Winter Solstice) Day, on the 21st, 22nd or 23rd of the twelfth Chinese lunar month, is the important festival that Guangzhou people pay much attention to. Cantonese people consider this day as a family reunion day.
In addition to local festivals, as a big city, Guangzhou also hosts international conferences and activities, of which the Canton Fair is the most influential.
Canton Fair
The Chinese Export Commodities Fair or Canton Fair originated in the spring of 1957. It is held biannually every spring and autumn in Guangzhou. This fair is the largest comprehensive international trade fair in China with the longest history, highest level, largest scale and the most merchants. It is held in Pazhou Exhibition Hall, Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District and Liuhua Lu Exhibition Hall, No.117, Liuhua Lu. See details in Canton Fair.
Useful Resources:
Guangzhou tourist attractions - Browse pictures, videos and maps of the top attractions in Guangzhou China.
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Travelers' Voices on Guangzhou Travel Tips
1.
Nov. 13,2009 03:08 Reply
Ms.Azie(Malaysia) said:
Hai, We're going to Guangzhou on 18th Nov 2009,. Can anyone please tell me, which area would be suitable for finding a hotel (cheeper hotel)? I stay there about 7 days.. I'm a bisneswoman, i try to find a product example gift, t-shirt, crystal, handphone, watch. Can anyone help me.. and one more thing,.at the same time, can i travel to shenzen,beijing, hong kong with a same visa.
Nov. 13,2009 07:04
Ms.SONIA214(China) replied:
Hi, Ms Azie:
If you have a China visa, it is valid all over mainland china. and you don't need a visa for HK. I think you can find some Inn (like 7days, home inn)near Xiaobei lu.
2.
Oct. 31,2009 05:47 Reply
Mrs.Lidman(Sweden) said:
We're going to Guangzhou in February 2010. Can anyone please tell me, which area would be suitable for finding a hotel? I'd like something in the city center(close to a shopping area) but also easy to access when coming from the airport (Baiyun). Perhaps close to the train station as well. Or are these wishes impossible to combine?
Nov. 3,2009 20:17
Mr.Jerry replied:
My suggestion is to stay in Beijing Road, yuexiu Park or bearby area. Actually, Shangxijiu and Tianhe area are okay too. Tianhe is close to Guangzhou East Train Station and Tianhe commerical area. The other places are not far from Guangzhou Railway Station with shooping places and sightseeing places around. It is close to subway which can take you to Guangzhou Railway directly.
3.
Sep. 8,2009 22:06 Reply
Ms.Ingri (Australia) said:
Where could I find the prices to post packages back to Australia from China?
Sep. 9,2009 02:50
Mr.James replied:
Take EMS for example, it costs 210RMN within 500g. For details, you should get to China Post office, or dail the service number, 11185.
4.
Jul. 29,2009 02:37 Reply
Mr.kevin(Aus) said:
I have been to Gz twice and it is a great city. My travel tip is to keep your money belt comletely out of sight as I saw a tourist have his belt ripped from him. There are undercover police at tourist venues and they quickly grabbed this man.Only take such money outside as you can afford to lose. Otherwise leave it in hotel safe. My wife had her handbag stolen by two guys on a scooter bike, and she is Chinese. They dragged her along street.So women should not carry a shoulder bag. This is a very common occurrence. I personaly had no problems.
5.
Jun. 2,2009 20:33 Reply
Mr.Canova(Brazil) said:
Dear readers.
Im facing difficulties in buying goods from China, as I havent got the Guangzhou, China post office's address. Can someone please contact me on: jaimeimporta@hotmail.com
Best regars
Mr J. Canova
Jun. 2,2009 22:39
Mr.Andy replied:
The top of the page has listed some post office. Or could you tell which area do you stay, because there are several post offices in each districts of the city. I would like to help then. :)