Located at the southern tip of the Pearl River Delta of Guangdong Province, Zhuhai is one of the five special economic zones in China. It faces Hong Kong in the east across the sea and joins Macau in the south. Also, it is close to many other cities in Guangdong Province.
Standing on the west bank of the estuary of the Pearl River to the South China Sea, Zhuhai is a gardenlike coastal city with 146 charming islands. With its amazing large green area, the city is a modern ecotypic resort. The beautiful Jingshan Road and Qinglu Road (Lovers' Road) add romantic atmosphere to Zhuhai. In 1990s, Zhuhai City as a whole was selected as one of the top 40 tourist attractions in China. And in 1998, it won the Dubai International Award for Best Practices to Improve the Living Environment. Since then, Zhuhai has become known to the world as a most suitable place for human living.
Actually, people have lived there since the Neolithic Age four or five thousand years ago. A government administrative department was set up in the area in the Qin Dynasty (221 - 206 B.C.). During the following centuries, the area underwent slow but steady development. In 1953, Zhuhai County was set up there, upgraded to Zhuhai City in 1979. In 1980, a special economic zone was established in Zhuhai. Today, the city has under its jurisdiction three districts, namely, Xiangzhou, Doumen, and Jinwan.
In recent years, Zhuhai has made progress in economic development owning to its advantageous geographical location near Hong Kong and Macao, its ports with excellent conditions, its overseas Chinese contributions, and especially the policy of reform and opening up. Foreign investment, advanced technologies and management methods stimulated the economic boom of Zhuhai. As a result, the transportation and accommodations improved. Diversified transportation links provide a wide range of ways to get there or to travel inside the city. A variety of star rated hotels offer convenience and enjoyment.
The superior advancement in economy promotes the development of tourism of Zhuhai. The moderate climate of Zhuhai makes it an ideal tourist destination all year round. It has many attractions worthy of visiting, including the Zhuhai Fisher Girl Statue, New Yuanmingyuan Garden, Pearl Land Amusement Park, Jiuzhou City, Meixi Royal Stone Archways, Huangyang Mountain and Baiteng Lake. Additionally, various appealing islands are recommended such as Dong'ao Island, Gaolan Island, Qi'ao Island and Hebao Island and so on.
Zhuhai is also famous for its hot springs and golf clubs where you can take a break from sightseeing. The consummate tourist reception and service system offers many choices of entertainment as well. Dining and shopping are also pleasant. Western and oriental cultures collide and combine here: an open, colorful, and romantic Zhuhai awaits you.
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Travelers' Voices on Zhuhai
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Jul. 3,2009 14:58 Reply
Ms.Lyndith(s'pore) said:
Hi,Im going to zhu hai on 26thJuly 09,so would like to check is it convenient to travel to Jiuzhou ferry terminal if I'll to stay at milan hotel in zhu hai(hotel was quite near to the custom,was recommended by a friend)How long the journey will take us to jiuzhou ferry terminal from milan hotel & roughly hw much is the taxi charges??thk you
Jul. 4,2009 03:13
Mr.Shan replied:
The Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal has opened free shuttle bus from passengers holding valid ship ticket. So, you could take the bus at Gongbei Xinhe New Bus Station, which is in front of the Gongbei Port. Or, you could take the bus No.4 at the Gongbei Port to arrive Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal. The journey is just about 20 minutes.
Nice trip~
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Jun. 30,2009 09:06 Reply
Mr.Chen(Singapore) said:
Hi, if I arrive at Macau international airport at 1am, how can I get across to Zhuhai given that the Gongbei border closes at 12midnight? If it is not possible, what other ways would you suggest to get into Zhuhai? Taxi from Shenzhen? (I can chose to fly into Hong Kong or Macau but both flights arrive late)
Jul. 1,2009 21:38
Mr.Jamie replied:
Huanggang and Luomazhou custom borders of Shenzhen are both open 24 hours. Then you can find a taxi to Zhuhai, which is very expensive. Then you can choose to fly to Hong Kong. However, Macau is close to Zhuhai and Gongbei will be closed at 12 midnight and open at 7am. You can wait or go to Hong kong - Shenzhen-Zhuhai.
Jul. 2,2009 19:54
Mr.Chen(Singapore) replied:
Thanks Jamie. Now I know what to do. Any tips from HongKong international airport to shenzhen? If I arrive at 11pm, what is the fastest way to shenzhen?Should I take the bus from the airport direct into shenzhen, bus to SheungWan and take the KCR to Luohu, or something else?
Jul. 4,2009 03:01
Mr.Alan replied:
If you arrive at HK Airport, please go to the GTC to catch the bus No.43 and then get off at the 3rd stops at Sheung Shui. At the Sheung Shui Plaza you could take the bus N76 to arrive at Luomazhou Port in Hong Kong. Passing through the port, you will get to the Huanggang Port of Shenzhen.
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Jul. 1,2009 21:48 Reply
Ms.Li(singapore) said:
Wish to visit Macau/Zhuhai/Sanya in one trip. Can anyone advise me how to travel by bus/train. How long? How much? Thanks.
Jul. 3,2009 04:45
Mr.Jimmy replied:
I think you could arrange the itinerary like this: Singapore->Haikou->Sanya->Zhuhai->Macau->Singapore
Since there is no direct flight ot Sanya, you have to transfer at Haikou. There are buses and trains from Haikou to Sanya easily. And, you could fly from Sanya to Shuzhai, too. Take bus or walk passing through the Gongbei Custom between Zhuhai and Macau, you could enter into Macau easily.
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Jun. 30,2009 01:17 Reply
Mr.Pang(Singapore) said:
I am going to Macau on 2/7/09 and intend to visit Zhuhai for 2 days. May someone advice me whether can I apply immediate visa at the custom checkpoint? I am not sure now as they stop issuing immediate restricted-visa for visit to Zhuhai during the olympic.
Jun. 30,2009 23:07
Mr.Jason replied:
It is available now. The issuing of visa on site got back normal since October, last year.
Jul. 1,2009 06:07
Mr.Pang(Singapore) replied:
Hi Jason.. Thanks a zillion for the confirmation so I can proceed to pre-book hotel i Zhuhai.
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Jun. 30,2009 22:36 Reply
Mr.Ana(Malaysia) said:
Hi there. Anybody can let me know which easier for me Hotel(BIHAI.XIN HUAYUAN.BAILI and SUFERIA INN and convenience coz Im grossing the GONGBEI border from Macau. Thanks.
Jul. 1,2009 01:42
Ms.Fay Kee replied:
Hi Sir, havem't found the hotel of Bihai Xin Huayuan and Suferia Inn. And, the Baili is also not close to the port. But, some suggestions for you: Zhuhai Jumbo Hotel (very close to the port)and Guangdong Regency Hotel.
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Jun. 24,2009 10:07 Reply
Ms.henie(indonesia) said:
hai,,if i want to go to zhuhai from Guangzhou, which bus I should take? thanks alot
Jun. 25,2009 20:52
Ms.Evelyn(China) replied:
Hi. Ms. henie, just look at the following page and you can find the bus stations and the bus schedule from Guangzhou to Zhuhai.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/guangdong/guangzhou/bus.htm
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Jun. 19,2009 20:56 Reply
Mr.Bob Winters(USA/Georgia) said:
I come to Zhuhai several times per year because my wife is from here. I see some of the posts are from Americans working here in Z. What sort of work is available for Americans here and how does one ascertain what's available? My line of work is physical, information, and personal security.
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Jun. 18,2009 03:01 Reply
Mr.GLADIATOR(China) said:
Folks i am an expat in zhuhai and have been working here for almost an year now. If you are visiting here drop me a message and i would love to offer you any sort of advice or meet up if time permits. also if you are from zhuhai we can meet up some time.
cheers
Jun. 19,2009 20:16
Mr.Len(China) replied:
Hi there:
My CHinese wife and I are going to be checking out Zhuhai as a place to live. Love to talk to you about where to live, where are the nicer places to be (like good restaurants, bookstore, cinemas) etc.
I'll buy the beer.
Len
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Jun. 17,2009 06:55 Reply
Mr.adam(Malaysia) said:
How to identified the real Muslim Restaurant which stictly are not serving pork in thier restaurant in Zhuhai...is it available..
Jun. 18,2009 01:33
Mr.Jay replied:
yes it is availaible. I know one near the bridge next to hauafa new town for chinese muslim food. there is another indian restaurant called jewel of india near the juizhou port which serves halal food.
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Jun. 8,2009 16:27 Reply
Ms.CYNTHIAPARKER(United States) said:
Visiting Zhuhai in Sept. for possible 3 yr. commitment for husbands job. I'm nervous about the communication. How well will I be able to communicate. Any tips? How well do those language interpreters work and is it worth getting one. I know if we decide to live in Zhuhai my husbands company with help with mandarine lessons. Its all so new to me. Any help?
Jun. 9,2009 03:53
Ms.Cindy replied:
Hi, Ms Cynthia. Do not worry. If you have to communicate with business partner or for the job, you can get a interpreter. If you just live in the city, you can get use to it gradually. Jida near the sea coast and Gongbei has the most expats of other countries. You can learn some basic language and knowledge about the city before going.
Welcome~
Jun. 16,2009 21:00
Mr.Jay replied:
Hey Cynthia i am an expat living in Zhuhai for almost one year now. You wont have much of an issue with comunication as you will soon learn how to communicate with body language and simple chinese and english words:). Most of us carry some cards with us where some key words are written in chinese that you can show in taxi or in a shop etc. But you will find a good bunch of expats and their families here if you take up house in places like huafa new town. Cheers and all the best.