Shenyang, the largest city in Northeast China, is the political, economic, and cultural center of Liaoning Province. It is also an important industrial base and a famous historical city. As the host city of the 2006 International Horticultural Exposition and venue for the football (soccer) matches of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, Shenyang will soon be the focus of world-wide attention.
Shenyang is located in the central part of Liaoning Province. Its climate is relatively dry most of the year with spikes in precipitation during the summer months due to the influence of monsoons. Temperatures vary as much as 10 degrees Celsius from daytime to night, and in winter they can drop below 0 degrees Celsius, so the smart traveler will plan to dress in layers.
Shenyang is a celebrated old city with more than 2,000 years of history which can be traced back to Warring States Period (476 BC - 221 BC). It is the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), and has many cultural relics which symbolize the prosperity and subsequent decline of China's last feudal dynasty... The most famous of these is the Shenyang Imperial Palace , which is of great historic and artistic significance and second only to the Forbidden City in Beijing in the extent of its preservation Fuling Tomb and Zhaoling Tomb are two other famous imperial structures of the Qing Dynasty.
Among the natural wonders of Shenyang the most impressive and unusual is Strange Slope (Guaipo), an 'anti-gravity'slope more than eighty meters (about 87.5 yards) long. Cars and bikes must accelerate to go down the hill but easily roll upward toward the top. Walkers experience a similar reversal in energy required to walk up and down.
As a significant city in Northeast China with abundant resources, Shenyang has made great efforts to provide good lodging, dining, transportation and recreation for tourists from all over the world. Altogether there are five five-star hotels in Shenyang, and the service and facilities of the other star-rated hotels in the city are all good enough to make you feel at home. In addition, you can find less expensive accommodations at local universities and hostels.
Famous traditional dishes and snacks in Shenyang will definitely make your mouth water. And there are plenty of pubs, KTVs (karaoke bars), cafes, and tea houses available to meet your food and entertainment needs A visit to Shenyang can be both entertaining and relaxing.
2006 International Horticultural Exposition
(http://www.expo2006sy.gov.cn/index-e.htm)
2008 Beijing Olympic Games
(http://en.beijing2008.cn/)
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Hiking Tours: Information about hiking in Shenyang for your reference
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Travelers' Voices on Shenyang
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Nov. 18,2009 23:27 Reply
Mr.SATAR(PAKISTAN) said:
I WANT TO GO HONG KONG FROM SHENYANG, SOME BODY KNOWS THE VISA PROCESS FOR HONG KONG. ANY PACKAGES?
Nov. 19,2009 04:39
Mr.Frankie replied:
Please refer to the introduction on Hong Kong visa on this website: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa/hongkong.htm
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Nov. 16,2009 07:47 Reply
Mr.Chua(Malaysia) said:
Hi! I've just arrived in Shenyang (16 Nov 09) and stay in Sunrise International Hotel, temperature at this moment is -7c.
In fact I'm here for the World Women 9 Ball Pool Championship and intend to visit some interesting places and at the same time do some shopping. therefore I need some advise from those who knows about Shenyang. Thanks!
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Oct. 18,2009 02:59 Reply
Mr.Kolby(SVK/DE/CN) said:
hi, I am German student with slovak nationality currently studying in Shenyang at the Jianzu University. I wan to ask, if anybody knows and can help to find a Judo-club here in Schenyang city. I was asking a lot of students here, but noone knows about it. Thanks.
Oct. 25,2009 20:59
Ms.Vicky Wong(China) replied:
As i remeber, there is few Judo club in Shenyang. Taekwondo club is more popular.
Oct. 30,2009 05:56
Ms.Gabi(Slovakia) replied:
can u please give me some Contact-address on the clubs.. Thank u
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Oct. 24,2009 03:27 Reply
Ms.grace(singapore) said:
would the high speed trian reach Handan direct?
Oct. 26,2009 02:42
Mr.Clark replied:
From Shenyang to Handan? No, no speed train at all between these two places.
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Oct. 7,2009 20:51 Reply
Mr.Mohammed(India) said:
hey I would like to visit But can some one tell whats the actuall cost for this trip
Oct. 11,2009 22:25
Mr.Manny replied:
Excuse me? Could you please tell what's in you trip and do you want to know the cost for what? :-)
Oct. 25,2009 20:56
Ms.Vicky Wong(China) replied:
The cost for loging, food and scenic spot is not very high.There are lots of good places to visit in Shenyang. Maybe you can tell your detailed plan, and then I can help you.
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Oct. 11,2009 20:41 Reply
Ms.MORROW(China) said:
Hi, Mr Frank.
Just saw your message, and glad to hear you are interested in Manchu culture and food. I was born in Shenyang and a native Manchu minority (yellow banner). Well, if you want to taste the authentic Manchu food, you only can find it at traditional Manchu family or go to Manchu village nearby shenyang. But there are some good Manchu restaurants near Mount Qipan, you can go after horse riding.
hope it helps.
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Sep. 11,2009 01:57 Reply
Mr.Lee Fang Dee(China) said:
im just gonna be honest and ask, is liaoning a state?
Sep. 13,2009 22:51
Mr.Clark replied:
No, Liaoning is a province in Northeast China.
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Aug. 28,2009 01:42 Reply
Ms.VICKY_WONG(China) said:
Shenyang is one of the most important cities in China.
There are lots of scenic spots in Shenyang, such as Imperial Palace, Marshal Zhang's Mnsion, International Horticulture Exposition, Chessboard Hill, Ocean Park, Beiling Park, Olympic Center, etc.
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Aug. 18,2009 20:34 Reply
Mr.Chew(Singapore) said:
I wish to work in Shenyang. I am a secondary school teacher teaching English and Mathematics for 25 years.I am willing to accept low salary.Could you please tell me what the criteria is to reside in Shenyang or can I live there on working visa?
Thank you
Aug. 28,2009 01:22
Ms.VICKY_WONG(China) replied:
I think you can work in Shenyang as a foreign English teacher. The average income in Shenyang is about 3000 Yuan/month for Chinese teachers while much higher for foreign teachers.
If your visa is valid, you can work here.
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Jul. 18,2009 11:05 Reply
Ms.curious(Indonesia) said:
I'd like to know how long will it take if I travel to Shenyang from Beijing by plane?
and.. please give me some information about some interesting places at Shenyang..
tq in advance..
Jul. 19,2009 01:25
Mr.Colin replied:
It is about 70 minutes to Shenyang by plane. I recommend Shenyang Imperial Palace. :-)
Aug. 28,2009 01:14
Ms.VICKY_WONG(China) replied:
It costs about 70 minutes to Shenyang by air. It's alao very convenient to leave for Shenyang by motor train, about 4 hours but much cheaper.
There are lots of scenic spots in Shenyang, such as Imperial Palace, Marshal Zhang's Mnsion, International Horticulture Exposition, Chessboard Hill, Ocean Park, Beiling Park, Olympic Center, etc.